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View from a house undergoing demolition a066035
KENTISH TOWN, London. View from inside a house undergoing demolition to the backs of the houses opposite with the tower of St Martins Church behind. Photographed by John Gay. Date range: 1946 - 1969
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Media ID 1301791
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31"x27" (79x69cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 24x20 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 31x27 inches (787x685mm). 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 59.3cm x 59.9cm (23.3" x 23.6")
Estimated Product Size is 68.5cm x 78.7cm (27" x 31")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
This photo print, titled "View from a house undergoing demolition" offers a poignant glimpse into the changing landscape of KENTISH TOWN, London. Taken by renowned photographer John Gay between 1946 and 1969, this urban snapshot captures the raw essence of transformation. As we peer through the shattered windows of the crumbling house, our eyes are drawn to the backs of neighboring houses standing defiantly against time's relentless march. The worn facades tell stories of lives lived within their walls, now overshadowed by imminent destruction. Behind them stands the majestic tower of St Martins Church, an enduring symbol amidst urban evolution. The composition exudes both melancholy and curiosity; it invites us to reflect on what once was while contemplating what lies ahead. Through Gay's lens, we witness not only physical decay but also a metaphorical dismantling of history itself. In this image, there is no mention of commercial use or any affiliation with a company; instead, it serves as an archival treasure preserved by Historic England. It reminds us that even in times when progress seems unstoppable, there is value in preserving fragments from our past – reminders that every brick holds memories and narratives waiting to be discovered. "View from a house undergoing demolition" encapsulates the beauty found within impermanence and encourages us to appreciate our ever-changing surroundings before they become mere echoes in time's vast tapestry.
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