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Fine Art Print : Gerard Gardens, a tenement block in Liverpool city centre
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Gerard Gardens, a tenement block in Liverpool city centre
Gerard Gardens, a tenement block in Liverpool city centre. Designed and built in the 1930s by Architect, Sir Lancelot Keay. 11 families of Gerard Gardens celebrate a victory over Liverpool City Council with their leader, John McShane, of the Gerard Community Housing Tenant Participation. A judge kicked out the councils application to throw out the families and flatten the homes, where some of them have lived since before the war. 7th August 1986
Derek Wright
Liverpool Post and Echo Archive
Mirrorpix
Liverpool
England
Media ID 21681472
© Mirrorpix
Art Deco Communal Communities Community Family Life Flats Homes Jubilant Merseyside Waving
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the heart of Liverpool's rich history with this stunning Fine Art Print of Gerard Gardens by Derek Wright from Memory Lane Prints. This iconic tenement block, designed and built in the 1930s by renowned architect Sir Lancelot Keay, is a true testament to the city's past. Each print in the Media Storehouse range is meticulously crafted using the highest quality materials and printing techniques, ensuring vibrant colours and exceptional detail. Bring the timeless beauty of Gerard Gardens into your home and add a touch of Liverpool's history to your décor.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 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 50.8cm x 36.8cm (20" x 14.5")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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.
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Gerard Gardens - A Triumph of Community Resilience in 1980s Liverpool
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. This print captures a momentous occasion at Gerard Gardens, a remarkable tenement block nestled in the heart of Liverpool city centre. Designed and constructed by the visionary architect Sir Lancelot Keay during the 1930s, this architectural gem has been home to eleven families for generations. In this snapshot from August 7th, 1986, we witness an outpouring of joy and jubilation as these resilient families celebrate their hard-fought victory over Liverpool City Council. Led by their indomitable leader John McShane, representing the Gerard Community Housing Tenant Participation group, they successfully thwarted the council's attempt to demolish their cherished homes. The photograph showcases a united community standing strong against adversity. Children can be seen waving enthusiastically alongside parents and grandparents who have called Gerard Gardens home since before World War II. The sense of communal spirit is palpable as smiles light up every face. This image not only encapsulates the architectural beauty of Gerard Gardens with its art deco flair but also highlights the power of collective action and determination within communities. It serves as a poignant reminder that even in challenging times, unity can triumph over adversity. Derek Wright's evocative lens immortalizes this historic moment when ordinary people achieved something extraordinary – safeguarding their beloved homes amidst changing urban landscapes.
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