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Poster Print : Festival site EAW035153
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Festival site EAW035153
Festival of Britain, London 1951. The South Bank site under construction with workers on the roof of the Discovery Dome, Lambeth. Photographed on 3 April 1951
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Media ID 13153528
© Historic England Archive
Construction Exhibition Leisure
27x27 inch Poster Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse range of historic poster prints, featuring the iconic image "Festival site EAW035153" by Aerofilms from Historic England. This captivating photograph transports us back to the Festival of Britain in London, 1951. Witness the South Bank site in progress, with dedicated workers diligently toiling on the roof of the Discovery Dome in Lambeth. Relive the excitement and innovation of this significant era in British history with this authentic, high-quality poster print. Perfect for adding character and conversation to any space, this collectible piece is a must-have for history enthusiasts and design lovers alike.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 69.2cm x 69.2cm (27.2" x 27.2")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photo print, titled "Festival site EAW035153" takes us back in time to the bustling city of London in 1951. The image showcases the South Bank site during the construction phase of the iconic Festival of Britain. With its aerial perspective, we are granted a bird's-eye view of this remarkable exhibition that would go on to shape British culture for years to come. Intriguingly, our attention is drawn towards a group of workers fearlessly perched atop the roof of the Discovery Dome in Lambeth. These brave individuals embody determination and skill as they contribute their efforts towards creating an extraordinary leisure space for visitors from all walks of life. The photograph was captured on 3 April 1951 by Historic England Archive, immortalizing a pivotal moment in history when art, science, and technology converged to celebrate post-war optimism. As we gaze upon this snapshot frozen in time, we can almost hear the sounds of hammers pounding against metal and feel the excitement permeating through every beam being carefully placed. This image serves as a testament to human ingenuity and collaboration amidst construction chaos. It reminds us that even during times marked by uncertainty and rebuilding, creativity flourishes. Let it transport you back to an era where dreams were being woven into reality at this awe-inspiring festival site along London's South Bank.
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