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Clock dial a42_00120
Filename: aa42_00120.jpg
Size: 4106 x 5235 (3.8MB)
Date: 17th June 2021
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Archive
Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: https://images.historicenglandservices.org.uk/
Job Title: Photographer
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Clock dial a42_00120
St Pauls Church, St Pauls Square, Jewellery Quarter, Birmingham. The clock dial of St Pauls Church viewed from within the tower. Photographed in 1941
Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places
Media ID 21160681
© Historic England Archive
Church Clock Tower Georgian Time Mechanism
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photo print, titled "Clock dial a42_00120" transports us back to the year 1941 in Birmingham's historic Jewellery Quarter. The image showcases the magnificent St Pauls Church and its iconic clock tower, providing a glimpse into the past through George Bernard Mason's lens. The focus of this photograph is undoubtedly the intricate clock dial of St Pauls Church, which takes center stage within the tower. Its elegant design reflects the architectural beauty of Georgian-era churches, standing as a testament to craftsmanship and attention to detail. As we peer closer at this timepiece frozen in history, we can almost hear its rhythmic ticking echoing through time. Mason's composition allows us to experience an intimate view from within the tower itself. Through his expert framing, he captures not only the grandeur of St Pauls Church but also reveals glimpses of surrounding architecture that add depth and context to this snapshot in time. In an era where technology has transformed our perception of timekeeping, this photograph invites contemplation on how clocks once served as vital mechanisms for communities like those residing in Birmingham during World War II. It serves as a reminder that amidst chaos and uncertainty, places of worship stood tall as beacons of hope and stability. "Clock dial a42_00120" by George Bernard Mason offers us more than just a visual representation; it encapsulates history, culture, and human resilience within one frame—a true treasure preserved by Historic England for generations to come.
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