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Battersea Power Station Silhouette
25th January 1954: Battersea power station in London.
With dimensions of 160m x 170m, the roof of the boiler house 50m tall, and its four 103m tall, tapering chimneys, the station is a massive structure. The building comprises of two stations - Battersea A and Battersea B, which were conjoined when the identical B section was completed in the 1950s, and it was the worlds most thermally efficient building when it opened.
(Photo by Monty Fresco/Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)
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Monty Fresco
Media ID 11738816
1950 1959 Architecture And Art Authority Battersea Chimney England Black Fuel And Power Generation London England Power Smoking Station
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This print showcases the iconic Battersea Power Station in London, taken on January 25th, 1954. The sheer scale of this architectural marvel is evident as its silhouette dominates the landscape. With dimensions measuring an impressive 160m x 170m, including a roof standing at 50m tall and four tapering chimneys reaching a staggering height of 103m each, this power station is truly monumental. Originally consisting of two separate stations known as Battersea A and Battersea B, they were seamlessly merged upon the completion of the identical B section during the 1950s. At its inauguration, it held the title of being the world's most thermally efficient building. The photographer Monty Fresco skillfully captures this historic moment in time from a unique angle. The absence of people allows us to focus solely on the grandeur and majesty emanating from this industrial masterpiece. The billowing smoke emerging from one chimney adds an element of dynamism to an otherwise static scene. Battersea Power Station holds immense cultural significance not only for London but also for England as a whole. Its presence along the riverbank has made it an instantly recognizable landmark that symbolizes both finance and power generation. Monty Fresco's photograph immortalizes this famous location with stunning clarity and detail while preserving its archival value. This print serves as a testament to both architecture and artistry, capturing a slice of history within its monochromatic frame.
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