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Fine Art Print : New Street Signal Box BB95_13681
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New Street Signal Box BB95_13681
New Street Signal Box, Birmingham. South east elevation from south east. Photographed in August 1995
Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places
Media ID 11357886
© Historic England
Architecture Brutalist Style Concrete Listed Grade Ii Post War
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the captivating beauty of history with our Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse. This exquisite piece showcases New Street Signal Box BB95_13681, captured by the skilled lens of James O Davies for Historic England. Photographed in August 1995, this South East elevation from the south east perspective of the signal box in Birmingham transports you back in time. Each print is meticulously produced using the highest quality materials, ensuring vibrant colors and exceptional detail. Bring a piece of history into your home or office and add character to any space with our New Street Signal Box Fine Art Print.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: New Street Signal Box, Birmingham - A Brutalist Icon of Post-War Architecture New Street Signal Box, located in Birmingham, is a remarkable example of Brutalist architecture, captured in this evocative photograph taken by James O. Davies in August 1995. Listed as a Grade II heritage asset by Historic England, this concrete structure stands as a testament to the post-war modernist movement in British architecture. The south east elevation of the New Street Signal Box, as depicted in the image, showcases the raw, textured beauty of its concrete exterior. The brutalist style, characterized by its unadorned, exposed structural elements, is on full display here. The geometric shapes and clean lines of the building are accentuated by the play of light and shadow, creating an intriguing interplay between the solid and the ethereal. Brutalist architecture emerged in the aftermath of World War II as a response to the need for functional, durable, and economical structures. The New Street Signal Box, completed in 1969, is a prime example of this architectural movement in the UK. Its raw, uncompromising design was once a subject of controversy, but today, it is celebrated as an important part of Birmingham's architectural heritage. The concrete used in the construction of the signal box has weathered gracefully over the decades, developing a rich patina that adds to its visual appeal. The rough, textured surface, which gave the Brutalist movement its name, is now a cherished characteristic of this iconic building. This photograph by James O. Davies offers a glimpse into the past, highlighting the enduring allure of the New Street Signal Box as a symbol of post-war architectural innovation and the raw, unyielding beauty of concrete.
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