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Stamford Hill CVS01_01_054
Filename: cvs01_01_054.jpg
Size: 4724 x 4724 (17.3MB)
Date: 13th June 2016
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Archive
Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: images.historicenglandservices.org.uk
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Stamford Hill CVS01_01_054
Stonebridge Road, Stamford Hill and Seven Sisters Curve (part of the Tottenham and Hampstead Junction Railway), Haringey, Greater London. This image, taken from a balloon at 2000ft in May 1882, is the earliest extant aerial photograph taken in the British Isles and the worlds first truly successful vertical aerial photograph. From the Cecil Victor Shadbolt collection of lantern slides dating from 1882-1892
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Media ID 12193362
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This print captures a remarkable moment in history - the earliest extant aerial photograph taken in the British Isles and the world's first truly successful vertical aerial photograph. Taken from a balloon at an impressive height of 2000ft in May 1882, this image showcases Stonebridge Road, Stamford Hill, and Seven Sisters Curve, all part of the Tottenham and Hampstead Junction Railway in Haringey, Greater London. The black-and-white composition offers a unique perspective on Victorian-era architecture and transportation infrastructure. From above, we can observe the intricate network of railway tracks snaking through the bustling cityscape below. The buildings lining Stonebridge Road stand as stoic witnesses to the rapid urban development taking place during this time. Preserved within the Cecil Victor Shadbolt collection of lantern slides dating from 1882-1892 at Historic England Archive, this print is not just a visual masterpiece but also an invaluable historical document. It provides us with insights into how our ancestors navigated their surroundings and adapted to technological advancements. As we gaze upon this extraordinary piece of artistry, let us appreciate its significance beyond its aesthetic appeal. This image represents human ingenuity and curiosity reaching new heights - quite literally!
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