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Fine Art Print : Commer hose van
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Commer hose van
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Media ID 7643223
© London Fire Brigade / Mary Evans Picture Library
1957 Appliance Appliances Commer Engines Hose Hoses Vans Vehicles Firefighting
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative photograph, a London Fire Brigade hose van from the 1950s stands proudly with its engine idling, ready for action. The Commer hose van, a common sight on the streets of London during the mid-20th century, is adorned with various firefighting appliances and hoses coiled neatly on the sides. The vehicle's distinctive red livery and bold lettering "London Fire Brigade" are clearly visible, adding to its authoritative presence. The hose van was an essential component of the fire brigade's fleet, designed to transport and deploy long lengths of hose to reach fires in buildings or other hard-to-reach areas. The van's powerful engine and robust design enabled it to navigate the narrow streets of London with ease, making it an indispensable tool for the brave firefighters who risked their lives to protect the city's residents. The 1950s was an era of innovation and progress in firefighting, with new technologies and equipment being introduced to improve response times and effectiveness. The hose van, though a seemingly simple vehicle, played a crucial role in this evolution, enabling firefighters to reach fires quickly and with the necessary resources to extinguish them. This photograph captures a moment in time, a snapshot of a bygone era when London's fire brigade relied on these sturdy vehicles to keep the city safe. The hose van, with its powerful engine and essential equipment, remains a symbol of the bravery and dedication of the London Fire Brigade, a testament to the vital role that transport and equipment played in the firefighting efforts of the 1950s.
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