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Demolition of Adelphi Terrace
Two men at work on the demolition of Adelphi Terrace, London, an 18th century block of eleven houses four storeys high designed by Adam. Famous people who had lived there include David Garrick and Richard D Oyly Carte
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Adam Adelphi Block Carte Demolition Destroyed Destruction Eleven Garrick Pick Axe Sacrilege Storeys Terrace Trilby 1936
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 19.5cm x 24.4cm (7.7" 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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative photograph, two men are seen at work on the demolition of Adelphi Terrace, a historic 18th century block of eleven houses located in the heart of London. Designed by the renowned architect Robert Adam, this classical terrace was a domestic masterpiece, featuring four storeys of elegant, neoclassical design. The terrace, which dates back to 1768, has been the residence of many famous personalities, including the esteemed actor David Garrick and the influential theatrical producer Richard D'Oyly Carte. The sight of the two men, dressed in work clothes and wearing trilby hats, wielding pick axes and sledgehammers, is a stark contrast to the refined history of the terrace. The destruction of this architectural gem is a sacrilege to many, as the terrace's historical significance and cultural value far outweigh its physical structure. The year is 1936, and the passage of time has taken its toll on Adelphi Terrace. The elegance of the past is being replaced by the relentless march of progress. The image of the demolition serves as a poignant reminder of the transient nature of human creations and the importance of preserving our historical and cultural heritage. The terrace, with its eleven houses and rich history, once stood proudly as a testament to the architectural brilliance of the 18th century. Now, it is being reduced to rubble, piece by piece, leaving behind only memories and a sense of loss. The men in the photograph, with their determined expressions and their tools, symbolize the inexorable passage of time and the inevitable changes it brings. The photograph is a poignant reminder of the past, and a cautionary tale for the future.
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