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Framed Print : Spectators outside the East India Dock gates watching the opening of the Blackwall
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Spectators outside the East India Dock gates watching the opening of the Blackwall
Spectators outside the East India Dock gates watching the opening of the Blackwall Tunnel on 22nd May, 1897 by the Prince of Wales
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Media ID 11260413
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19th Century Building Crowd East End Gates People Road Tunnel East London London Docks Victorian London
13.5"x11.5" (34x29cm) Premium Frame
Step back in time with our stunning Framed Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, "Spectators outside the East India Dock gates watching the opening of the Blackwall Tunnel" by TopFoto.co.uk, transports you to the historic event on 22nd May, 1897. Witness the excitement and anticipation on the faces of the onlookers as they gather to witness the opening of the Blackwall Tunnel by the Prince of Wales. Our high-quality Framed Prints bring history to life in your home or office, making for a unique and intriguing conversation starter. Add this beautiful piece to your collection and relive the past with every glance.
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 34cm x 29.2cm (13.4" x 11.5")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a historic moment in Victorian London. Taken in the 1890s, it showcases a bustling crowd of spectators eagerly gathered outside the East India Dock gates to witness the grand opening of the Blackwall Tunnel on May 22nd, 1897. The occasion was graced by none other than the Prince of Wales himself. The image exudes an air of anticipation as people from all walks of life gather to catch a glimpse of this monumental event. The monochrome tones add a timeless quality, transporting us back to an era when road tunnels were still considered groundbreaking engineering feats. The architecture surrounding the dock gates stands tall and proud, serving as a backdrop for this significant moment in East London's history. It symbolizes progress and innovation that characterized Victorian London. As we observe this snapshot frozen in time, we can't help but imagine the excitement and buzz that filled the air on that day. This photograph serves as a testament to both human curiosity and our fascination with technological advancements. Preserved by TopFoto. co. uk, this remarkable piece allows us to connect with our past and appreciate how far we have come since then. It reminds us that even amidst rapid change, there is value in cherishing historical moments like these – moments where communities unite in celebration and bear witness to progress shaping their world.
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