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Union Street Ladywood Birmingham, 1941 a42_00461
Midland House, 27 - 30 Union Street, Ladywood, Birmingham. Midland House, the premises of Chamberlain King & Jones Limited, at 27-30 Union Street and 12 Union Passage, showing bomb damage
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Media ID 21160675
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Blitz Bomb Damage Destruction Furniture Gothic Revival Incendiary Second World War Shell Shop Victorian Warehouse Wwii Furnishings Neo Gothic Showroom
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 18.8cm x 24.4cm (7.4" 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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Resilience Amidst Destruction - Union Street Ladywood Birmingham, 1941
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This print captures the haunting aftermath of a devastating bombing during World War II. The image showcases Midland House, once the proud premises of Chamberlain King & Jones Limited, now reduced to rubble and ruins. The bomb damage is evident in every corner, with shattered windows and crumbling walls serving as stark reminders of the horrors endured during the Blitz. Amidst this scene of destruction, there is an undeniable sense of resilience. The warehouse's Victorian architecture stands tall even in its dilapidated state, a testament to the strength and endurance of Birmingham's people. Once a grand showroom boasting neo-gothic elements, it now bears scars from incendiary attacks and shell explosions. The remnants of furniture and furnishings strewn across the debris serve as poignant reminders of lives disrupted by war. Each broken piece tells a story - stories that speak not only of loss but also hope for rebuilding and renewal. George Bernard Mason skillfully captures this moment frozen in time - a powerful reminder that even amidst chaos and devastation, humanity perseveres. This photograph serves as both a historical record and an homage to those who lived through these dark times. As we reflect on this image today, let us remember the courage shown by those who faced adversity head-on while striving for peace and restoration in their beloved city.
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