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Framed Print : Royal opening MTA01_01_35
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Royal opening MTA01_01_35
QUEENSWAY TUNNEL, LIVERPOOL, Merseyside. The opening ceremony of the Queensway Tunnel, showing King George V pressing the button to raise the curtains to the tunnel entrance
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Media ID 25316245
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Birkenhead Ceremony Construction Engineering Liverpool Mersey Tunnel People Queensway Tunnel Royalty Tunnel King George V Opening Ceremony
13.5"x11.5" (34x29cm) Premium Frame
Introducing the stunning "Royal opening MTA01_01_35" framed print by Stewart Bale Limited, exclusively available at Media Storehouse. Witness a piece of historic British engineering with this captivating image of King George V performing the ceremonial opening of the Queensway Tunnel in Liverpool, Merseyside. This limited-edition framed print from Historic England transports you back in time, allowing you to experience the grandeur of the occasion. The high-quality print is beautifully framed, making it a perfect addition to any home or office space. Revive history with this exquisite piece and relive the magic of the past.
Framed and mounted 9x7 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 13.5x11.5 inches (34x29cm). 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 21.4cm x 21.4cm (8.4" x 8.4")
Estimated Product Size is 29.2cm x 34cm (11.5" x 13.4")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a momentous event in Liverpool's history - the grand opening of the iconic Queensway Tunnel. Steeped in engineering marvel and regal splendor, this image showcases the significance of this monumental construction project. In the heart of Merseyside, King George V himself takes center stage as he presses the button to raise the curtains, symbolically unveiling the tunnel entrance to an eager crowd. The atmosphere is electric with anticipation and pride as onlookers from Liverpool and Birkenhead gather to witness this historic ceremony. The Queensway Tunnel stands not only as a remarkable feat of engineering but also as a testament to unity between two great cities. Its completion signifies progress, connectivity, and prosperity for both sides of River Mersey. Stewart Bale Limited has masterfully captured this significant moment in time through their lens, immortalizing it for generations to come. The black-and-white tones lend an air of nostalgia to this photograph while emphasizing its timeless appeal. As we gaze upon this image today, we are transported back to that day when royalty graced our city with their presence. It serves as a reminder that even grand projects like these are made possible by collaboration and determination. Let us celebrate not just the physical structure itself but also all those who played a part in making it a reality - from engineers and construction workers to local residents who eagerly awaited its completion. This photograph truly encapsulates both the magnitude and beauty behind such an extraordinary achievement in British history.
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