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Bentley car and aircraft propellers a087923
HEATHROW AIRPORT, B E A Aircraft Hangar, London. A Bentley car parked on the runway in front of the British European Airways buildings at Heathrow Airport with the propellers of an aircraft visible in the foreground. Photographed by John Gay. Date range: 1960-1974. Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places. © Historic England Archive
Media ID 1379019
Filename: aa087923.jpg
Size: 4340 x 4340 (5.4MB)
Date: 21st January 2009
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Archive
Source: English Heritage Images
Job Title: Photographer
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This evocative photograph, captured by John Gay between 1960 and 1974, presents a unique and intriguing juxtaposition of land and air transport at Heathrow Airport. The image showcases a sleek Bentley car, parked regally on the runway, its polished surface reflecting the crisp autumn sunlight. In the foreground, the propellers of an aircraft stand still, a testament to the engineering marvel that enables flight. Heathrow Airport, a hub of international travel and transportation, serves as the backdrop for this scene. The British European Airways (BEA) buildings can be seen in the background, their modernist design a stark contrast to the classic elegance of the Bentley. The propellers, a relic of an era when air travel relied on the power of piston engines, add a sense of nostalgia to the image. The photograph captures a moment of pause, as the Bentley and the aircraft coexist on the runway. It is a reminder of the interconnectedness of land and air transport, and the role they play in shaping our world. The Bentley, a symbol of luxury and status, and the aircraft, a symbol of innovation and exploration, come together in this snapshot of a bygone era. John Gay's masterful composition and use of light and shadow add depth and texture to the image, making it a captivating addition to any collection of transportation history. This photograph is not only a visual delight but also a historical record of a time when the future of travel was taking shape at Heathrow Airport.
