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Poster Print : Way up on the high scaffolding of the new Bankside power station
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Way up on the high scaffolding of the new Bankside power station
Way up on the high scaffolding of the new Bankside power station, which is towering over the tiny house in which Christopher Wren lived, the spider men are building the hugh chimney and station for the new power supply.
Bankside power station opened in 1952 and closed in the late 1980s. The building was later transformed and is now the home of the Tate Modern. Our Picture shows two of the erectors pause in their work to get a light for their pipe and cigarette.
London
St Pauls Cathedral
Construction Workers
Builders
Steel Work
Building Site
Skyline
Smoking
December 1951
© Mirrorpix
LAFRSSMAR05 0803
Freddie Reed
Daily Mirror
London
Greater London
England
WA*2662217
Media ID 21520398
© Mirrorpix
1951 Capital City Great Britain Location Occupations
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our stunning poster print from Freddie Reed's Memory Lane collection. This captivating image takes you way up on the high scaffolding of the new Bankside power station, a towering feat of engineering that dwarfs the tiny house where Christopher Wren once lived. Transport yourself to the heart of London's industrial past and bring the history and character of this iconic scene into your home or office. Our high-quality poster prints are sure to make a bold and inspiring addition to any space.
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Estimated Product Size is 21.6cm x 30.3cm (8.5" x 11.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print takes us back to the bustling construction site of the new Bankside power station in London. Towering above Christopher Wren's humble abode, the scaffolding reaches dizzying heights as two fearless "spider men" work diligently on building a colossal chimney and station for the city's future power supply. Captured in December 1951, this snapshot showcases the remarkable transformation of Bankside power station, which would later become home to one of London's most iconic art institutions, the Tate Modern. Amidst their arduous task, these skilled erectors take a momentary break from their laborious duties to indulge in a well-deserved smoke. With pipes and cigarettes lit up against the backdrop of St Paul's Cathedral and an ever-evolving skyline, it is evident that even amidst such demanding work, there is room for camaraderie and relaxation. Freddie Reed skillfully immortalizes this scene through his lens, transporting us back to a bygone era where hardworking builders shaped our urban landscapes with steelwork and determination. As we gaze upon this image today, it serves as a poignant reminder of both progress and history intertwined within London's rich tapestry.
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