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Country Pavilion HKR01_04_487
Filename: hkr01_04_487.jpg
Size: 5732 x 4141 (3.8MB)
Date: 13th October 2022
Source: Historic England
Credit: His toric England Archive
Source: His toric England Archive
Job Title: Photographer
© Historic England Archive
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Historic England
Country Pavilion HKR01_04_487
Festival of Britain, South Bank Exhibition, The Country Pavilion, Chicheley Street, South Bank, Lambeth, Greater London. Interior view of the Festivals The Country pavilion, from adjacent to a stall called The Modern Hen, showing the exhibition halls girder pillars hung with sculpted busts, and a painted backdrop on the wall behind
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Media ID 26939079
© Historic England Archive
Agriculture Design Environment Exhibition Interior Pavilion Festival Of Britain
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print transports us back in time to the Festival of Britain, a post-war celebration of art, design, and innovation. The image captures the interior view of The Country Pavilion located on Chicheley Street in Lambeth, Greater London. Stepping into this exhibition hall feels like entering a different world altogether. The photograph showcases the pavilion's unique features with great detail. We are immediately drawn to the girder pillars that hang from above, adorned with beautifully sculpted busts. These artistic elements add an air of elegance and sophistication to the space. As we explore further, our eyes are captivated by a vibrant painted backdrop on one of the walls. This backdrop adds depth and dimension to the overall ambiance. Adjacent to all these remarkable sights is a stall called "The Modern Hen" which piques our curiosity about what it might have offered during this grand event. Perhaps it showcased modern advancements in agriculture or environmental practices? The possibilities are endless. Margaret F Harker skillfully captured this moment in history through her lens, allowing us to appreciate not only the architectural beauty but also glimpse into an era where creativity flourished amidst post-war challenges. This print serves as a reminder of how art and design can inspire hope and rejuvenation even during difficult times – making it truly timeless.
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