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Gospel Oak, London a070042
GOSPEL OAK, London. Looking across Southampton Road, showing the railway line passing beneath the road with YANKS OUT OF VIETNAM graffiti on the road bridge and the Ludham and Wendling flats on the Lismore Circus estate visible to either side of the line. Photographed by John Gay in 1974
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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 59.9cm x 59.4cm (23.6" x 23.4")
Estimated Product Size is 78.7cm x 68.5cm (31" x 27")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
Gospel Oak, London: A Snapshot of Urban Life in the 1970s This evocative photograph, taken by John Gay in 1974, captures the urban landscape of Gospel Oak in North London at a pivotal moment in time. The image, titled "Gospel Oak, London," offers a glimpse into the gritty reality of urban living during the 1970s. Looking across Southampton Road, the photograph reveals the railway line that runs beneath the road, its tracks shrouded in mist and fog. The railway line, a constant presence in the lives of the local community, serves as a reminder of the industrial heartbeat that pulsed through London during this era. The road bridge above the railway line is adorned with the bold and provocative graffiti "YANKS OUT OF VIETNAM," a powerful statement that reflects the political climate of the time. The Vietnam War had ended just three years prior, but its impact was still felt deeply in the streets of London. To either side of the railway line, the Ludham and Wendling flats on the Lismore Circus estate come into view. These brick towers, with their stark lines and uniformity, represent the social housing developments that were a common feature of urban landscapes during the 1970s. The flats, home to many families, stand as a testament to the resilience and community spirit of the people who lived there. John Gay's photograph of Gospel Oak, London, is a poignant reminder of a time when urban living was raw, gritty, and real. It invites us to reflect on the past and appreciate the rich history and complexity of our cities.
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