Poster Print > Europe > United Kingdom > England > London > Towns > Hammersmith
Poster Print : Cranes JLP01_08_059832
Poster Prints from Historic England
Cranes JLP01_08_059832
EMPRESS STATE BUILDING, Lillie Road, Earls Court, HAMMERSMITH AND FULHAM, GREATER LONDON. A view looking north from the controls of one Laing crane towards another on the roof of the Empress State Building during its construction.
Laing built the foundations and the reinforced concrete frame of the building, work began in November 1959 and ran until July 1961
Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places
Media ID 24350401
© Historic England Archive
1960s Concrete Construction Crane Office Urban Landscape
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Introducing the captivating "Cranes JLP01_08_059832" poster print from Media Storehouse's Historic England Archive collection. This stunning photograph, copyrighted by Joh from Historic England, transports you back in time to Earls Court, Hammersmith and Fulham, in Greater London. Witness the impressive Laing cranes atop the Empress State Building on Lillie Road as you gaze upon this mesmerizing view looking north from the controls of one crane towards another on the roof. Add an authentic touch of history to your walls with this exquisite poster print, sure to inspire awe and intrigue in any space.
Premium quality poster prints are printed on luxurious semi-gloss satin 270 gsm paper. Our meticulously crafted poster prints offer an affordable option for decorating any space, making them ideal for living rooms, bedrooms, offices and beyond. To ensure your poster arrives in good condition, we roll and send them in strong mailing tubes.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 30.3cm x 21.6cm (11.9" x 8.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Historic England
> Industry
> Engineering and Construction
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> Greater London
> Related Images
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> London
> Boroughs
> Hammersmith and Fulham
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> London
> Related Images
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> London
> Towns
> Fulham
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> London
> Towns
> Hammersmith
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a moment frozen in time during the construction of the iconic Empress State Building in Hammersmith and Fulham, Greater London. The image offers a unique perspective from the controls of one Laing crane, gazing towards another perched on the roof of the building. The sheer scale and ambition of this project is evident as we witness cranes towering above the urban landscape, symbolizing human ingenuity and progress. Laing, responsible for laying down the foundations and constructing the reinforced concrete frame, embarked on this monumental task in November 1959, with completion achieved by July 1961. The photograph transports us back to an era when London was undergoing significant transformation. It serves as a testament to both architectural prowess and engineering excellence that went into creating such an impressive structure. As we delve into this snapshot from history, it's impossible not to marvel at how far we have come since then. This image reminds us of our ability to shape our surroundings through determination and innovation. A© Historic England Archive has preserved this remarkable piece of London's past for future generations to appreciate. It invites us to reflect upon our own place within a world constantly evolving through construction and change - reminding us that even amidst progress, there will always be traces left behind for those who care enough to look closely.
MADE IN AUSTRALIA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
FREE COLORIZATION SERVICE
You can choose advanced AI Colorization for this picture at no extra charge!
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
