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Kings Cross Station a062778
KINGS CROSS STATION, London. Interior view of the train shed at Kings Cross Station showing a train standing beside an almost empty platform. Photographed by John Gay. Date range: 1960-1972
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Media ID 1288032
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22"x18" Modern Frame
Discover the timeless charm of London's iconic Kings Cross Station with our beautifully framed print by John Gay from Historic England. Captured between 1960 and 1972, this evocative image showcases an interior view of the grand train shed, where a solitary train stands beside an almost empty platform. Add this exquisite piece to your home or office decor and transport yourself back in time. Our high-quality framed print is meticulously crafted to preserve the rich details and vibrant colors of John Gay's photograph, making it a must-have for history enthusiasts, train aficionados, or anyone who appreciates the beauty of the past.
20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 45.7cm x 50.8cm (18" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 55.9cm (18" x 22")
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 evocative photograph captures the essence of Kings Cross Station in London during the 1960s or 1970s, as documented by renowned photographer John Gay. The image showcases the vast interior of the train shed, with its high, arched roof supported by intricate ironwork. The scene is set against the backdrop of a nearly empty platform, where a solitary train stands, its engine idling quietly. The train, with its steam pipes and smokestack, adds a sense of industry and movement to the otherwise still and serene platform. The large expanse of the roof, illuminated by the soft, natural light filtering in from the windows, creates a dramatic contrast against the dark, textured brick walls. The railway tracks, leading off into the distance, suggest the endless possibilities of travel and adventure that await those who step onto the platform. This photograph offers a glimpse into a bygone era of railway travel, a time when the journey was as much a part of the experience as the destination itself.
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