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Auditorium, Royal Festival Hall HKR01_04_482
Royal Festival Hall, South Bank, London. Interior view of the halls auditorium theatre, showing side seating and the underside of boxes. Photographed by Margaret F. Harker in 1951
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Media ID 18996401
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17"x15" (43x38cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 10x8 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 17x15 inches (431x381mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 18.4cm x 24.4cm (7.2" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 38.1cm x 43.1cm (15" x 17")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This stunning photograph, taken by Margaret F. Harker in 1951, captures the interior beauty of the Auditorium at the Royal Festival Hall on London's South Bank. The image offers a unique perspective, with the focus on the side seating and the underside of the boxes, providing a glimpse into the intricate design and craftsmanship of this modern architectural masterpiece. Designed by architects Leslie Martin, Robert Mathews, and Peter Moro, the Royal Festival Hall opened in 1951 as part of the Festival of Britain celebrations. The auditorium was designed to be an inclusive and accessible space for all, with a flexible seating arrangement that could accommodate various performance configurations. The use of natural light, acoustic design, and unobstructed sightlines were key considerations in the design, making the Royal Festival Hall a pioneering venue for the performing arts. The photograph showcases the clean, geometric lines and the warm, rich tones of the wooden seating and the terrazzo flooring. The underside of the boxes, with their intricate patterns and textures, add an element of visual interest and depth to the image. The large expanse of the auditorium, with its side seating extending towards the stage, emphasizes the sense of grandeur and scale of the space. Margaret F. Harker's photograph is a testament to the enduring appeal and significance of the Royal Festival Hall as an iconic piece of modern architecture and a cultural landmark in London. The image invites us to imagine the countless performances and memories that have unfolded within these walls, making it a cherished piece of architectural and artistic history.
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