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Fine Art Print : Fleet Street Coventry, 1941 a42_00533
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Fleet Street Coventry, 1941 a42_00533
5 - 5A Fleet Street, Coventry. The exterior of 5 and 5A Fleet Street, premises of H E Bass, Furrier and Simmons, Drapers. Evidence of damage caused by air raids can be seen to adjacent buildings. Those buildings which survived the Second World War were demolished in the late 1950s to make way for the Lower Precinct shopping centre
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Media ID 21160803
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Bomb Damage Coventry Blitz Destruction Enemy Action Luftwaffe Second World War Shop Wwii Furs Mantles Silks Woollens
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into history with this captivating Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse's collection. Witness the poignant moment in Coventry's history as depicted in George Bernard Mason's painting, 'Fleet Street Coventry, 1941' (a42_00533). This evocative image transports you back to 5 and 5A Fleet Street, where the premises of H.E. Bass, Furrier and Simmons, Drapers once stood. The exterior of these buildings, damaged by air raids, serve as a stark reminder of the past. Bring this piece of historic English architecture and its story into your home or office, and let the beauty and history of this Fine Art Print inspire you every day.
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 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This photo print, titled "Fleet Street Coventry, 1941 a42_00533" takes us back to a significant moment in history. The image showcases the exterior of 5 and 5A Fleet Street, once home to H E Bass, Furrier and Simmons, Drapers. However, what immediately catches our attention is the evidence of destruction caused by air raids during World War II. The devastating impact of enemy action is evident as adjacent buildings bear visible scars from the Coventry Blitz. This poignant reminder serves as a testament to the resilience and strength displayed by the people of Coventry during those turbulent times. It's important to note that these historic buildings were not able to withstand the ravages of war for long. In fact, they were eventually demolished in the late 1950s to make way for progress - specifically, the construction of Lower Precinct shopping centre. In this snapshot frozen in time by photographer George Bernard Mason, we are transported back to an era where furs, mantles, silks, and woollens adorned shop windows along Fleet Street. Yet amidst this glimpse into everyday life before tragedy struck lies a haunting reminder of how war can leave its indelible mark on communities. Let this photograph be a powerful reminder never to forget those who endured such hardships during World War II while also serving as an inspiration for future generations striving for peace and unity.
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