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Fine Art Print : Watkins Tower - Proposed Design - Wembley Park, London
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Watkins Tower - Proposed Design - Wembley Park, London
Programme for a series of musical concerts and entertainments at Wembley Park, London in July 1894 (Wembley Park officially opened to the public in May 1894). The programme features an illustration of (an impression of the finished) Watkins Tower, a partially completed iron lattice tower. Its construction was an ambitious project to create a 358-metre (1, 175 ft)-high visitor attraction in the Park, led by the railway entrepreneur Sir Edward Watkin. Marketed as the " Great Tower of London", it was designed to surpass the height of the Eiffel Tower in Paris. The tower was never completed and it was demolished in 1904. The site of the tower is now occupied by the English national football ground, Wembley Stadium. Date: 1894
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Media ID 14185297
© Mary Evans / Pharcide
1175 1894 Completed Feet Height Plan Programme Vision Watkin Watkins Wembley
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the captivating world of yesteryear with our exquisite Fine Art Print of Watkins Tower - Proposed Design from Wembley Park, London. This stunning piece, sourced from the extensive archive of Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you back to the vibrant musical concerts and entertainments held at Wembley Park in July 1894. Bring a touch of history and elegance to your home or office with this beautifully detailed, rights managed print. Immerse yourself in the rich heritage of London's iconic landmarks and create a unique, timeless decor statement.
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 31cm x 53.3cm (12.2" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
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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Watkins Tower - Proposed Design, Wembley Park, London (July 1894): A Visionary Plan for a Musical Extravaganza and the Unrealized "Great Tower of London" This programme for a series of musical concerts and entertainments at Wembley Park in London, dated July 1894, showcases an impression of the proposed design for Watkins Tower. The ambitious project, led by railway entrepreneur Sir Edward Watkin, aimed to create a 358-metre (1,175 ft)-high visitor attraction in the park, surpassing the height of the Eiffel Tower in Paris. Marketed as the "Great Tower of London," the Watkins Tower was an engineering marvel of its time. The partially completed iron lattice tower, as depicted in this print, represents the architectural vision and determination of its creator. Sadly, the tower was never completed, and it was demolished in 1904. The site of the tower now holds a significant place in British history, as it is the location of Wembley Stadium, the English national football ground. This programme serves as a reminder of the grand plans and aspirations of the past, offering a glimpse into the rich history of Wembley Park and London's architectural landscape. The programme's illustration of the Watkins Tower captures the essence of the era's architectural ambition and the spirit of innovation. The image stands as a testament to the visionary ideas that once shaped the city, even as the tower itself remains a fascinating footnote in London's architectural history.
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