Framed Print > Historic England > Historic Images > 1960 to the present day
Framed Print : Burnley housing DES01_01_0491
Framed Photos from Historic England
Burnley housing DES01_01_0491
Looking north along Healey Wood Road, Burnley, Lancashire, from the railway line showing abandoned houses awaiting demolition. Photographed by Eileen Deste between 1966 and 1974
Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places
Media ID 14884596
© Historic England Archive
Cobbled Road Cobbles Derelict Or Ruin Terrace Victorian Dilapidated Slum Clearance
30"x26" (78x68cm) Modern Frame
Introducing the Media Storehouse Framed Print of "Burnley housing DES01_01_0491" by Eileen Deste from Historic England. This evocative photograph captures a poignant moment in time, as you look north along Healey Wood Road in Burnley, Lancashire from the railway line. The abandoned houses awaiting demolition tell a story of the past, photographed by Eileen Deste between 1966 and 1974. Our high-quality framed print brings the history and character of this image to life in your home or office. Experience the rich details and authenticity of this historic moment with the Media Storehouse Framed Print of "Burnley housing DES01_01_0491" by Eileen Deste.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 24x20 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 30x26 inches (76x68cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 43mm wide x 32mm Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 59.1cm x 59.9cm (23.3" x 23.6")
Estimated Product Size is 68.2cm x 78.2cm (26.9" x 30.8")
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.
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> More features
> Romantic Ruins
> Historic Images
> 1960 to the present day
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print by Eileen Deste takes us back in time to the streets of Burnley, Lancashire, during a period of significant change. The image showcases Healey Wood Road, as seen from the railway line, and offers a glimpse into the past with its Victorian-era terrace houses lining the cobbled road. However, what strikes us most about this photograph is not its architectural beauty but rather the sense of abandonment and decay that permeates through each dilapidated structure. These once proud homes now stand as haunting reminders of an era marked by slum clearance initiatives. The composition captures a desolate scene where time seems to have stood still. The overgrown vegetation creeping up on these forgotten dwellings adds to their eerie charm. It's almost as if nature itself has begun reclaiming what was once human territory. Eileen Deste's lens skillfully freezes this moment in history between 1966 and 1974 when these houses awaited their inevitable demolition. Through her lens, we are transported back in time to witness firsthand the effects of urban transformation on communities. This powerful image serves as a testament to both the resilience and vulnerability of our built environment. As we gaze upon it today, we can't help but reflect on how far we've come since then while also acknowledging that there is much work left to be done in preserving our architectural heritage for future generations.
MADE IN THE UK
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
FREE COLORIZATION SERVICE
You can choose advanced AI Colorization for this picture at no extra charge!
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Basket.
