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Slip road watch tower DP248963
Filename: DP248963.jpg
Size: 8163 x 5504 (9.1MB)
Date: 2nd November 2021
Source: Historic England
Credit: A© Historic England Archive, Jam
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Urgency (1-8) 5=normal: 5
Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: https://images.historicenglandservices.org.uk/
Job Title: Staff Photographer
© Historic England Archive
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Historic England
Slip road watch tower DP248963
Cumberland Basin, City of Bristol. General view of the side of the slip road to Plimsoll Bridge, at the west end of Cumberland Basin, from the north, with the control tower in the background
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Media ID 24017577
© Historic England Archive
1960s Bridge Flyover Landscape Control Tower Dystopian Underpass Watch Tower
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print by James O. Davies transports us back to the 1960s, capturing a dystopian landscape that seems straight out of a retro sci-fi film. The image showcases the slip road watch tower DP248963, standing tall and imposing against the backdrop of Cumberland Basin in the City of Bristol. As we gaze upon this scene from the north, our eyes are drawn to the side of the slip road leading to Plimsoll Bridge. The control tower looms ominously in the distance, its presence adding an air of mystery and intrigue to this industrial setting. The composition evokes a sense of isolation and desolation as if time has stood still within these concrete structures. The dock basin below adds another layer to this atmospheric photograph, hinting at a hidden world beneath our feet. Perhaps it is an underpass or flyover that leads us into unknown territories beyond our imagination. Davies' masterful use of light and shadow enhances both the architectural elements and natural surroundings, creating a visually striking image with an eerie ambiance. This print serves as a powerful reminder of how historical landmarks can take on new meanings when viewed through different lenses – in this case, blending elements from science fiction with real-world infrastructure. Through his lens, Davies invites us to contemplate not only the past but also what lies ahead for these iconic structures that have shaped our urban landscapes throughout history.
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