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Fine Art Print : Oak and Eldon Gardens, Birkenhead. Workmen preparing the flats for demolition
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Oak and Eldon Gardens, Birkenhead. Workmen preparing the flats for demolition
Oak and Eldon Gardens, Birkenhead. Workmen preparing the flats for demolition. 26th September 1979
Staff
Liverpool Echo
Mirrorpix
United Kingdom
Media ID 21861662
© Mirrorpix
1979 Demolition Derelict Empty Flats Rubble Wirral
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exclusive Media Storehouse Fine Art Print of Oak and Eldon Gardens, Birkenhead. This evocative image captures the moment of history as workmen prepare the iconic flats for demolition on September 26, 1979. Preserved by Memory Lane Prints, this fine art print brings the past to life, allowing you to relive and cherish the stories and memories of yesteryears. Order now and add a unique piece of Birkenhead's history to your collection.
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.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.8cm x 50.8cm (14.1" 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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print from Memory Lane Prints takes us back to the year 1979, capturing a significant moment in Birkenhead's history. The image showcases Oak and Eldon Gardens, once vibrant residential flats that now stand on the brink of demolition. As we delve into this snapshot frozen in time, we witness a group of diligent workmen preparing these soon-to-be-demolished flats for their inevitable fate. The scene is filled with an eerie sense of abandonment and desolation as the derelict buildings loom over the workers. The empty windows serve as silent witnesses to countless memories made within those walls - laughter, tears, and everyday life unfolding behind closed doors. The rubble scattered around hints at the untold stories hidden beneath its surface - fragments of lives uprooted and communities dispersed. This poignant image reminds us of how quickly things can change; what was once home to many now stands as a symbol of progress or perhaps loss. Located in Wirral, this photograph encapsulates not only the physical transformation but also represents a broader societal shift during that era. It serves as a testament to the ever-changing landscape and evolving housing needs faced by communities across Britain during the 20th century. Through this powerful visual narrative captured by Staff at Memory Lane Prints, we are transported back in time to bear witness to both destruction and renewal – reminding us that even amidst change, there is beauty in preserving our collective memory.
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