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Road works at Swanley - widening the road. 1938
Road works at Swanley - widening the road.
1938
TopFoto independent historic photographs and images all subjects and eras
Media ID 10980345
© John Topham / TopFoto.co.uk
Crane Digger Embankment Houses Machinery Maintenance Road Street Suburban Suburbia Truck Workmen
18x24 inch Poster Print
"Step back in time with our vintage Road works at Swanley - widening the road poster print, captured in 1938 by the renowned photographer John Topham from TopFoto. This captivating image offers a unique glimpse into the past, showcasing the transformation of a British roadway undergoing expansion. Perfect for transport enthusiasts, history buffs, or those looking to add a touch of nostalgia to their home or office. Bring the charm of the past into your space with our authentic, high-quality poster print."
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 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
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.
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This photo print, titled "Road works at Swanley - widening the road. 1938" takes us back to a significant moment in history. Captured by the talented photographer John Topham during the interwar period of the twentieth century, this image showcases an essential infrastructure development project taking place in Swanley. The scene depicts a bustling street filled with workmen and machinery diligently working on widening the road. A towering crane stands tall against the backdrop of suburban houses, emphasizing both progress and change within this peaceful neighborhood. The monochrome effect adds a timeless quality to the photograph, allowing viewers to immerse themselves fully into this snapshot from the past. As we observe this snapshot frozen in time, it's impossible not to appreciate the dedication and hard work put forth by these laborers who are shaping their community for future generations. The presence of various trucks and diggers highlights how technology was being utilized even then to enhance efficiency in construction projects. John Topham's skillful composition captures not only physical transformations but also evokes a sense of nostalgia for an era characterized by growth and development amidst challenging times. This remarkable piece from Europeana Photography serves as a reminder that progress is built upon countless hours of maintenance and improvement – one road at a time.
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