Metal Print : Chester Council Flats
Metal Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
Chester Council Flats
A new council estate with bleak blocks of flats, at Chester, Cheshire, England. Date: August 1963
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Media ID 14272681
© Mary Evans Picture Library
1963 Bleak Blocks Cheshire Chester Council Estate Flats Modernism
16"x20" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Bring the historic charm of Chester's past into your modern home with our Media Storehouse Metal Prints. Featuring this evocative image of Chester Council Flats from August 1963, captured by Mary Evans Prints Online, our metal prints add a unique and contemporary twist to your decor. With vibrant colors and exceptional clarity, these prints are not just a picture, but a story told in metal. Each print is meticulously crafted using high-quality aluminum sheets, ensuring a long-lasting and durable finish that adds depth and texture to your space. Elevate your interior design with a piece of history that's as timeless as the story it tells.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 51.4cm x 41.2cm (20.2" x 16.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the stark beauty of the newly built Chester Council Flats in Cheshire, England, during the summer of 1963. The modernist estate, a product of post-war reconstruction, stands as a testament to the ambitious architectural vision of the time. The bleak blocks of flats, arranged in neat rows, rise against the sky, their uniformity broken only by the occasional tower. The towering structures, with their unadorned brick facades and minimalist design, reflect the functionalist ethos of the 1960s. The photograph was taken in August 1963, a time when the estate was still new and pristine. The scene is devoid of any signs of life, save for a few laundry lines strung between the windows, hinting at the domestic activities that take place within. The absence of people adds to the sense of isolation and quietude, creating an almost surreal atmosphere. The Chester Council Flats were built to provide affordable housing for the local community in the aftermath of World War II. The estate, with its modernist design and emphasis on functionality, represented a departure from the overcrowded and unsanitary living conditions that were common in many working-class areas at the time. However, the estate has since become a subject of controversy, with some critics arguing that its monolithic design and lack of community spaces have contributed to a sense of alienation and social fragmentation. Despite the debates surrounding its social impact, the Chester Council Flats remain an important part of the architectural and social history of post-war England. This photograph offers a unique glimpse into a moment in time, capturing the essence of a place that continues to inspire both admiration and controversy.
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