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Felling Chimneys
1st December 1980: The London Brick Companys 18 giant 190ft chimneys being felled in an effort to clean up Bedfordshire. (Photo by Central Press/Getty Images)
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Central Press
Media ID 12597329
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1980 1989 Architectural Feature Bedfordshire Chimney Clean Construction Industry Demolishing Effort Mode Of Transport Truck
21.5"x17.5" (55x44cm) Premium Frame
Introducing the stunning 'Felling Chimneys' framed print from our Media Storehouse Fine Art collection. This iconic photograph, taken by Central Press on 1st December 1980, captures the historic moment of The London Brick Company's 18 giant 190ft chimneys being felled in Bedfordshire in an effort to clean up the area. Each print is expertly framed in a sleek and modern design, preserving the image's vibrant colors and intricate details. Bring a piece of history into your home or office with this unique and captivating framed print.
Framed and mounted 17x12 print. Professionally handmade full timber moulded frames are finished off with framers tape and come with a hanging solution on the back. Outer dimensions are 21.5x17.5 inches (546x444mm). Quality timber frame frame moulding (20mm wide and 30mm deep) with frame colours in your choice of black, white, or raw oak and a choice of black or white card mounts. Frames have a perspex front providing a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish which is easily cleaned with a damp cloth.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 41.8cm x 41.8cm (16.5" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 54.6cm x 44.4cm (21.5" x 17.5")
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 print captures a significant moment in history - the felling of 18 colossal chimneys belonging to The London Brick Company on December 1st, 1980. Standing at an impressive height of 190ft, these towering structures were brought down as part of a concerted effort to clean up Bedfordshire. The image showcases the sheer magnitude of this demolition project, with an architectural landscape dominated by these giant chimneys. A sturdy vehicle truck is seen nearby, serving as a key subject amidst the destruction unfolding before it. In this monochromatic format, devoid of any human presence, the focus remains solely on the monumental task at hand. The photograph serves as a testament to both the power and vulnerability of man-made constructs within our environment. The scene evokes thoughts about progress and change within the construction industry while highlighting financial implications associated with such endeavors. It also prompts reflection on how architecture can shape landscapes and influence communities. Preserved in archival quality, this print offers viewers a glimpse into a specific moment in time during the late 20th century. It serves as a reminder that even seemingly permanent structures can be dismantled when necessary for societal betterment.
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