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Bankside Power Station
Bankside Power Station on the south bank of the River Thames, London, October-November 1954. Designed by Sir Giles Gilbert Scott, the building later became the Tate Modern art gallery. Original publication: Picture Post - 8061 - Bow Bells - unpub. (Photo by Alex Dellow/Picture Post/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
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Alex Dellow
Media ID 11738250
© 2010 Getty Images
1950 1959 Art Museum Fuel And Power Generation London England People, Diry Power Station Smoke Physical Structure Smoke Stack Square Thames River Tate Modern
12"x10" Modern Frame
Discover the captivating beauty of London's industrial past with this stunning Framed Print from Media Storehouse's Fine Art Storehouse collection. Featuring the iconic Bankside Power Station by Alex Dellow, this artwork transports you back in time to October-November 1954, when the power station stood proudly on the south bank of the River Thames. Designed by Sir Giles Gilbert Scott, this historic structure later became the Tate Modern art gallery. Bring the essence of London's rich history into your home or office with this exquisitely framed piece, a perfect conversation starter and a timeless addition to any decor.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 30.5cm (10" x 12")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Bankside Power Station - A Monument Transformed
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. This print captures the iconic Bankside Power Station on the south bank of the River Thames in London, during October-November 1954. Designed by renowned architect Sir Giles Gilbert Scott, this monumental building would later undergo a remarkable transformation to become the world-renowned Tate Modern art gallery. The image portrays a square format with smoke billowing out from its towering smokestacks, symbolizing both power and industry. Nestled against the backdrop of the majestic Thames River, this architectural marvel stands proudly amidst an empty landscape devoid of people. The photograph exudes a sense of history and nostalgia as it showcases a moment frozen in time - an era when fuel and power generation played a vital role in shaping cities like London. The raw beauty captured by Alex Dellow's lens reveals not only the physical structure but also hints at the potential for artistic expression that lay dormant within these walls. Today, this once utilitarian powerhouse has been reborn as an art museum - Tate Modern. Its conversion represents a triumph of creativity over function; where industrial might gives way to cultural enlightenment. This archival piece serves as a testament to how architecture can be repurposed to breathe new life into urban landscapes. Alex Dellow's masterful photography transports us back to 1950s London, offering viewers an opportunity to appreciate both its historical significance and its enduring impact on arts, culture, and entertainment.
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