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The Walkie-Talkie 27662_025
Filename: 27662_025.jpg
Size: 6048 x 4032 (4.5MB)
Date: 1st May 2013
Source: Historic England
Credit: © Historic England Archive. Dam
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Urgency (1-8) 5=normal: 5
Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: images.historicenglandservices.org.uk
Job Title: Photographer
© Historic England Archive
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The Walkie-Talkie 27662_025
20 Fenchurch Street, City of London. Popularly known as The Walkie-Talkie. Designed by Rafael Vinoly and completed in 2014. Photographed in May 2013
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This aerial photograph captures the awe-inspiring beauty of "The Walkie-Talkie" officially known as 20 Fenchurch Street, in the heart of London's bustling City. Designed by the renowned architect Rafael Vinoly and completed in 2014, this iconic skyscraper stands tall against the city skyline, leaving spectators breathless with its striking presence. Taken by Damian Grady in May 2013, this print showcases the architectural brilliance of The Walkie-Talkie before it became a hub for commercial activity. Its sleek lines and modern design are perfectly juxtaposed against the historic buildings that surround it, creating a harmonious blend of old and new. As sunlight dances off its reflective glass facade, The Walkie-Talkie seems to come alive, radiating an undeniable energy that draws you into its magnetic allure. From this vantage point high above ground level, one can truly appreciate the tower's grandeur and dominance over its surroundings. This image serves as a testament to London's ever-evolving skyline and pays homage to the innovative spirit that defines this global metropolis. It invites us to marvel at human ingenuity while reminding us of our ability to shape our environment through visionary architecture. Whether admired from afar or experienced up close on bustling streets below, The Walkie-Talkie is undeniably an architectural masterpiece that continues to captivate all who encounter it.
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