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Fine Art Print : No 1 Dixs Field, Exeter - before BB42_00611
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No 1 Dixs Field, Exeter - before BB42_00611
No 1 Dixas Field, Exeter, Devon, 1942. Pre-bomb damage. Photographed by Margaret Tomlinson (1905-'77) for the National Buildings Record. Silver gelatin glass plate negative. The elegant, Regency-style No 1 Dixas Field in Exeter, was recorded before and after a Baedeker bombing raid in 1942. Based in Devon, Margaret Tomlinson was an architect and architectural historian who was ideally placed to record threatened buildings in the cities of Exeter and Plymouth. She photographed for the National Buildings Record (NBR) from 1941 and also worked as a NBR investigator from 1943. After the war she was active in the revival of the Victoria History of the Counties of England and was a listing investigator with the Ministry of Town and Country Planning
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Media ID 10928865
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20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into history with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse's collection. This captivating image, No 1 Dixas Field, Exeter - before BB42_00611, transports you back in time. Taken by the renowned photographer Margaret Tomlinson in 1942 for the National Buildings Record, this pre-bomb damage photograph showcases the charm of Exeter, Devon, before the changes brought by the 20th century. Each print is meticulously produced using the highest quality materials, ensuring a stunning and long-lasting addition to your home or office. Immerse yourself in the rich history of Exeter and bring a piece of the past into your present with this beautiful Fine Art Print.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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.
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This print captures the timeless elegance of No 1 Dixas Field in Exeter, Devon, before it fell victim to the devastating Baedeker bombing raid in 1942. The Regency-style architecture stands proudly against a backdrop of tranquility, unaware of the imminent destruction that would soon befall it. Photographed by Margaret Tomlinson, an architect and architectural historian based in Devon, this image is a poignant reminder of her dedication to preserving threatened buildings during World War II. Working for the National Buildings Record (NBR), Tomlinson's lens captured not only the physical beauty of structures like No 1 Dixas Field but also their historical significance. The silver gelatin glass plate negative adds an ethereal quality to the photograph, enhancing its nostalgic charm. As we gaze upon this snapshot frozen in time, we are transported back to an era when life was simpler yet fraught with uncertainty. Margaret Tomlinson's work extended beyond photography; she played a vital role as an investigator for NBR after joining them in 1943. Her efforts were instrumental in documenting and safeguarding England's architectural heritage amidst post-war reconstruction. Today, thanks to Historic England's preservation efforts and initiatives like Picturing England Archive, we can cherish these visual treasures that remind us of our past struggles and triumphs. This particular print serves as a testament to resilience and reminds us never to forget the impact war has on our built environment.
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