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Soho market a099590
Rupert Street, Soho, London. Elevated view looking north along Rupert Street, showing a bustling Berwick Street Market. Photographed by John Gay, mid-1950s
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Media ID 14543216
© Historic England Archive
10"x10" Photo Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse collection of Photographic Prints, featuring the iconic image "Soho Market a099590" by John Gay. Captured in the mid-1950s, this historic photograph transports you to the bustling heart of London's Soho district. John Gay's elevated view along Rupert Street offers a unique perspective of the vibrant Berwick Street Market. Each print is meticulously produced using the highest quality materials, ensuring rich colors and exceptional detail. Bring the energy and charm of historic Soho into your home or office with this stunning, authentic photographic print.
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.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative photograph, captured by John Gay in the mid-1950s, offers a glimpse into the bustling heart of Soho's Berwick Street Market in London. The elevated view looking north along Rupert Street reveals a vibrant scene of people and activity. The market stalls, crammed with an array of goods, stretch out before us, their colors and textures a feast for the eyes. The atmosphere is electric, with the chatter of vendors and the laughter of customers filling the air. The energy is palpable as people haggle over prices, exchange goods, and share stories. The narrow streets of Soho, with their unique character and eclectic mix of shops, add to the sense of excitement and discovery. John Gay's photograph captures the essence of a time long past, when markets like Berwick Street were the lifeblood of the community. It is a reminder of the human connection that can be found in the most unexpected places, and the simple pleasure of a day spent browsing the stalls and interacting with others. The photograph also serves as a testament to the enduring allure of Soho, with its rich history and unique character continuing to draw visitors from around the world. Today, the area may have changed, but the spirit of the market and the people who populate it remains as vibrant and alive as ever.
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