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BUILDING COUNCIL FLATS
The construction of a block of flats on the Woodchurch Estate, at Birkenhead, Merseyside, England. Date: 1960s
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Media ID 20158337
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Authority Birkenhead Block Council Estate Flats Living Merseyside Rise Woodchurch
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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This photograph taken in the 1960s captures the construction progress of a block of council flats on the Woodchurch Estate in Birkenhead, Merseyside, England. The image showcases the modern and innovative approach of local authorities towards domestic living during this era. The high-rise building, with its clean lines and uniform design, represents the optimistic belief in the potential of post-war social housing to improve living conditions for families. The construction site is bustling with activity, as workers in hard hats and overalls labor over the concrete structure. Cranes and scaffolding dominate the scene, while the skeletal framework of the building rises steadily against the backdrop of the Mersey estuary. The surrounding landscape is dotted with other buildings under construction, adding to the sense of growth and development. The Woodchurch Estate, established by Birkenhead Corporation, was one of the largest council housing developments in the United Kingdom during the 1960s. The estate aimed to provide affordable and modern living spaces for families, addressing the housing shortage that followed World War II. The construction of these flats was a significant step towards meeting the local housing demand and improving the quality of life for residents. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, showcasing the determination and forward-thinking spirit of the local authorities and the construction industry during the 1960s. It stands as a testament to the importance of affordable housing and the role it plays in shaping communities and providing a foundation for a better future.
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