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Liverpool Street Station CXP01_01_034
Filename: cxp01_01_034.jpg
Size: 5098 x 6790 (4.4MB)
Date: 19th August 2021
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Archive
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: https://images.historicenglandservices.org.uk/
Job Title: Photographer
© Historic England Archive
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Historic England
Liverpool Street Station CXP01_01_034
LIVERPOOL STREET STATION, CITY OF LONDON. Looking along a platform in Liverpool Street Station towards two porters with beams of sunlight shining on them through the train shed roof
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Media ID 22199989
© Historic England Archive
1930s Rail Transport Railway Station Railways Train Shed
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photo print, titled "Liverpool Street Station CXP01_01_034" captures a timeless moment in the bustling heart of City of London. The image transports us back to the 1930s, where we find ourselves standing on a platform at Liverpool Street Station, surrounded by the energy and excitement of rail transport. As our gaze follows the length of the platform, two porters come into view. Bathed in ethereal beams of sunlight streaming through the magnificent train shed roof above, they seem almost angelic amidst their daily duties. Their silhouettes are beautifully juxtaposed against the industrial backdrop, creating a striking visual contrast that speaks volumes about this era. The composition skillfully highlights both architectural grandeur and human presence. The intricate ironwork and soaring arches of the train shed create an impressive sense of scale and history. Meanwhile, these two figures remind us that behind every great transportation hub lies a network powered by dedicated individuals who keep it running smoothly. Charles William Prickett's masterful lens has frozen this fleeting moment in time for eternity. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder not only of Liverpool Street Station's significance as a railway station but also as an emblematic representation of London's rich heritage. With its evocative play between light and shadow, this print invites viewers to step back into history and immerse themselves in an enchanting world where railways were lifelines connecting people across vast distances - all within one frame captured by Prickett's discern
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