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Framed Print : Lands End House CC012271
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Lands End House CC012271
Staircase at Lands End House, Beggars Hill Road, Charvil, Berkshire, 5 March 1935. Millar & Harris cellulose nitrate negative. The photographers make superlative use of light and shade to create an expressionistic view of the staircase at Lands End House. The house was built in 1935 and designed by architect Guy Morgan for the aircraft manufacturer Frederick George Miles. A full-height window at the front of the house lit this curved rubber-clad staircase. Millar & Harris had been established in 1912 as Millar & Stone, and became Millar & Harris in 1924. The firms extensive client base included architects such as Guy Morgan, estate agents Knight Frank & Rutley, and the construction company Mowlem
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Media ID 10929019
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Archive Modern Picturing England Stair
12"x10" Modern Frame
Introducing the stunning Framed Print from Media Storehouse's Historic England collection, featuring the iconic image of "Lands End House CC012271." This captivating photograph, taken by Millar & Harris on 5 March 1935, captures the elegant staircase inside Lands End House located at Beggars Hill Road in Charvil, Berkshire. Each Framed Print is meticulously crafted to preserve the rich history and intricate details of this historic moment. Bring the charm of the past into your home with this beautiful, vintage-inspired Framed Print from Media Storehouse and Historic England.
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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This print captures the essence of a bygone era, showcasing the stunning staircase at Lands End House in Charvil, Berkshire. Taken on 5 March 1935 by photographers Millar & Harris, this cellulose nitrate negative showcases their exceptional use of light and shade to create an expressionistic view of the staircase. Designed by renowned architect Guy Morgan for Frederick George Miles, an aircraft manufacturer, Lands End House was a masterpiece of modern architecture when it was built in 1935. The photographers skillfully captured the beauty and elegance of this curved rubber-clad staircase that was bathed in natural light from a full-height window at the front of the house. Millar & Harris were well-established photographers with an impressive client base that included architects like Guy Morgan, estate agents Knight Frank & Rutley, and construction company Mowlem. Their expertise is evident in this photograph as they expertly showcase every intricate detail and highlight the play between light and shadow. This print serves as a remarkable testament to both architectural brilliance and photographic artistry. It transports us back to a time when grand staircases were not only functional but also works of art themselves. Historic England has preserved this image as part of their archive collection, allowing us to appreciate its historical significance for generations to come.
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