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Television Centre 27540_011
BBC Television Centre, White City London. Purpose built in 1960 as the headquarters of BBC Television. It formally closed in 2013 and is due for redevelopment. Photographed in September 2012
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Media ID 12333860
© Historic England Archive
11"x8.5" Photo Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse range of Photographic Prints featuring "Television Centre 27540_011" by Damian Grady from Historic England. This stunning image captures the iconic BBC Television Centre in White City, London, as it stood before its formal closure in 2013. Purpose-built in 1960, this historic landmark was the headquarters of BBC Television for over five decades. Each print in this collection is a piece of history, expertly captured by Damian Grady in September 2012. Bring the past into your present with this beautiful, high-quality photographic print. Order yours today from Media Storehouse.
Photo prints are produced on Kodak professional photo paper resulting in timeless and breath-taking prints which are also ideal for framing. The colors produced are rich and vivid, with accurate blacks and pristine whites, resulting in prints that are truly timeless and magnificent. Whether you're looking to display your prints in your home, office, or gallery, our range of photographic prints are sure to impress. Dimensions refers to the size of the paper in inches.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 27.9cm x 18.6cm (11" x 7.3")
Estimated Product Size is 27.9cm x 21.6cm (11" x 8.5")
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 aerial photograph captures the iconic BBC Television Centre, nestled in the vibrant White City of London. Built with a specific purpose in mind, this architectural marvel served as the headquarters for BBC Television since its inception in 1960. As we gaze upon this image, we are transported back to September 2012, just a year before its formal closure and subsequent redevelopment.
The sheer magnitude of this sprawling complex is awe-inspiring; it stands as a testament to the significant role television broadcasting played in shaping our cultural landscape. From here, countless groundbreaking programs were conceived and brought to life, entertaining and informing generations of viewers across the nation.
Damian Grady's lens skillfully captures every detail from above – an intricate web of buildings interconnected by walkways and surrounded by lush greenery. The once bustling hub now appears serene from this vantage point, evoking nostalgia for an era when television was at its zenith.
As we reflect on this historic site's future transformation into something new and exciting, let us not forget its rich past. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder that progress often requires letting go of cherished landmarks while embracing change.
With each passing day, time marches forward relentlessly; yet through photographs like these captured by talented artists such as Damian Grady, we can freeze moments forever – preserving history within frames that tell stories beyond words alone.
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