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Drivers into Birmingham city centre are greeted by a new sign in Bristol Street with
Drivers into Birmingham city centre are greeted by a new sign in Bristol Street with the writing " Welcome to Lee Bank. Slum Area of Birmingham". Birmingham, West Midlands, 24th October 1996
Nei Pugh
Birmingham Post and Mail Archive
Mirrorpix
Birmingham
West Midlands
England
BPM 96 98575
Media ID 21816995
© Mirrorpix
Billboard Birmingham Poster Posters Poverty Slum Slums 1996 Scripture West Midlands
14"x11" (28x35cm) Metal Print
Step into the past with our latest addition to the Media Storehouse Metal Prints collection. This captivating image, captured by Nei Pugh at Memory Lane Prints, showcases a vintage sign in Bristol Street, welcoming drivers into Birmingham city centre with the label "Welcome to Lee Bank. Slum Area of Birmingham." This metal print brings history to life, adding a unique and intriguing touch to any space. With its high-quality, durable metal finish, this print is not only visually stunning but also built to last. Bring a piece of Birmingham's rich history into your home or office today with our Metal Prints.
Our Metal Prints feature rounded corners and rear fixings for easy wall mounting. Images are directly printed onto a lightweight, high quality 5mm thick, durable metallic surface for a vivid and vibrant finish. Available in 2 sizes, 28x35cm (14x11) and 50x40cm (20x16). The unique material is fade, moisture, chemical and scratch resistant to help ensure this art lasts a lifetime.
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Estimated Product Size is 35.5cm x 27.9cm (14" x 11")
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 thought-provoking print captures a significant moment in Birmingham's history. The image showcases a new sign on Bristol Street, which greets drivers entering the city centre with the striking words, "Welcome to Lee Bank. Slum Area of Birmingham". Taken on October 24th, 1996, this snapshot from the 1990s sheds light on the social and economic challenges faced by residents in West Midlands during that time. The billboard itself stands as a testament to the housing crisis and poverty prevalent in Lee Bank at that period. Nei Pugh skillfully captures this poignant scene, inviting viewers to reflect upon issues of inequality and urban decay within our society. As we gaze at this photograph, we are reminded of how powerful art can be in raising awareness about pressing societal matters. Pugh's lens not only documents but also serves as an instrument for change. By capturing this stark reality through his camera lens, he compels us all to confront the harsh realities faced by those living in slums like Lee Bank. In retrospect, this image serves as an important historical artifact depicting a specific era when poverty-stricken areas were left neglected amidst rapid development elsewhere. It is a reminder that progress should never come at the expense of marginalized communities but rather include them in its vision for growth and prosperity.
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