Framed Print : Motorists passing Olympia, London 1926
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Motorists passing Olympia, London 1926
Motor cars passing by Olympia, west London, at night in 1926. Date: 1926
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Media ID 14413405
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13.5"x11.5" (34x29cm) Premium Frame
Step back in time with our exquisite Framed Prints from the Media Storehouse collection. This stunning piece, "Motorists passing Olympia, London 1926" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the essence of a bygone era. Witness the magic of motor cars illuminating the night as they pass by the iconic Olympia exhibition hall in west London, 1926. Bring this captivating moment into your home or office and add a touch of historical charm to your decor. Order now and relive the past, one frame at a time.
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative black-and-white photograph, taken in 1926, we see a bustling scene of motorists passing by Olympia, a prominent landmark in the heart of west London. The year is evident in the old-fashioned cars, their headlights piercing the dark night sky, casting long, dramatic shadows on the wet pavement. The scene is a testament to the burgeoning automobile culture of the 1920s, a time when personal transportation was becoming increasingly accessible to the masses. The iconic building of Olympia, with its distinctive dome and clock tower, stands proudly in the background, illuminated by the soft glow of the street lamps. The reflection of the lights on the wet pavement creates a sense of depth and movement, adding to the dynamic energy of the image. The cars, with their elegant designs and sleek lines, glide effortlessly through the frame, their passengers seemingly oblivious to the camera's watchful eye. The photograph captures a moment in time, a snapshot of history, that showcases the intersection of technology and society during the Jazz Age. It is a reminder of the excitement and freedom that came with the advent of the automobile, and the enduring allure of the open road. The image also serves as a poignant reminder of the passage of time, as we look back at a bygone era and marvel at the progress that has been made since then. Overall, this photograph is a beautiful and intriguing glimpse into the past, a visual narrative that tells the story of a time when the world was on the cusp of great change.
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