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Power Station EAR030695
OCKER HILL POWER STATION, Tipton, Staffordshire. Aerial view of a coal-fired power station with three cooling towers emitting steam. It was opened in 1902 to supply power to the Black Country. It closed in 1977 and the site is occupied by a housing estate built in the 1990s. Photographed by Aeropictorial in 1957. Aerofilms Collection (see Links)
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Media ID 5342734
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20"x20" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the industrial beauty of the past with our Fine Art Print of Ocker Hill Power Station by Aeropictorial from Historic England. This captivating aerial view showcases the iconic coal-fired power station, complete with three majestic cooling towers emitting steam. Opened in 1902 and located in Tipton, Staffordshire, this historic powerhouse supplied power to the Black Country. Bring the rich history and engineering marvel of the industrial revolution into your home or office with our high-quality, museum-grade Fine Art Print. Each print is carefully crafted using archival-quality materials, ensuring a long-lasting and vibrant display. Order yours today and relive the power and grandeur of the past.
20x20 image printed on 26x26 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 50.8cm (20" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 66cm (26" x 26")
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 aerial photograph, taken by Aeropictorial in 1957, showcases the Ocker Hill Power Station in Tipton, Staffordshire. The image reveals the industrial grandeur of the coal-fired power station, with its three imposing cooling towers billowing out steam against the backdrop of a largely monochrome landscape. Opened in 1902, the power station played a pivotal role in supplying electricity to the Black Country, an industrial region in the West Midlands of England. The towering structures were symbols of progress and innovation, providing power to fuel the region's burgeoning industries. The photograph offers a glimpse into the past, capturing the power station in its prime. However, the story of Ocker Hill Power Station did not end there. The plant closed its doors in 1977, marking the end of an era for the industrial landscape. The site, now occupied by a housing estate built in the 1990s, stands as a testament to the passage of time and the evolving nature of industry. The image, part of the Aerofilms Collection held by Historic England, offers a unique perspective on the power station and the surrounding area. It invites us to reflect on the past and consider the transformative impact of industrialization on our communities and environments.
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