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Doomed Theatre
4th August 1936: Construction workers continue their task of demolishing the Adelphi Theatre in London. (Photo by Reg Speller/Fox Photos/Getty Images)
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Reg Speller
Media ID 13112633
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1930 1939 Arch Construction Industry Construction Site Debris Demolishing Destruction Leaning London England Moving Activity Occupation Rear View Ruin Silhouette Theater Theatrical Performance Adelphi Theatre
21.5"x17.5" (55x44cm) Premium Frame
Step into history with our captivating Framed Print from Media Storehouse, featuring Reg Speller's iconic photograph "Doomed Theatre". Taken on the 4th of August, 1936, this image captures the poignant moment as construction workers diligently dismantle the once-grand Adelphi Theatre in London. The hauntingly beautiful image is brought to life in this high-quality Framed Print, making it a stunning addition to any wall in your home or office. Relive history through Reg Speller's lens and add a touch of timeless elegance to your space.
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.
Doomed Theatre - A Glimpse into London's Vanishing Past
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this photograph captured on the 4th of August, 1936, we are transported back in time to witness a moment of historical significance. Construction workers laboriously continue their task of demolishing the iconic Adelphi Theatre in London, as immortalized by Reg Speller's lens. The image portrays a landscape engulfed in shadows and silhouettes, emphasizing the magnitude of destruction taking place. The silhouette of a lone male figure dominates the foreground, his back turned towards us as he stands amidst arches and debris. This anonymous worker symbolizes both determination and resignation as he contributes to the irreversible transformation unfolding before him. The crumbling arches serve as haunting remnants of an architectural masterpiece that once stood proud against London's skyline. As we gaze upon this scene frozen in time, it becomes evident that more than just bricks and mortar are being dismantled; an era filled with theatrical performances and cultural significance is slowly fading away. Reg Speller's masterful composition captures not only the physical demolition but also evokes emotions tied to loss and change. Through his lens, we bear witness to a pivotal moment where progress clashes with nostalgia. This archival print serves as a poignant reminder that history is constantly evolving; buildings may crumble, but their legacy lives on through photographs like these - preserving fragments of our collective memory for generations to come.
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