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Old man sitting alone, Stretford Arndale Shopping Centre
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Old man sitting alone, Stretford Arndale Shopping Centre
An old man sits alone in the Stretford Arndale Shopping Centre, Manchester, now called The Stretford Mall
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1982 Bench Eighties Floor Indoor Indoors Leaning Mall Manchester Platt Seat Shopping Tiled Tiling Vegetation
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In this evocative photograph, an old man is seen sitting alone on a bench in the Stretford Arndale Shopping Centre, now known as The Stretford Mall, in Manchester during the 1980s. The man, dressed in a heavy coat and hat, leans down with a pensive expression, lost in thought as he gazes at the tiled floor below. The indoor shopping centre, filled with modern shops and vegetation, buzzes with activity around him, yet he remains isolated from the hustle and bustle. The Stretford Arndale Shopping Centre, opened in 1976, was a pioneering example of modern shopping mall design in the UK. Its sleek, tiled platt and contemporary architecture were a stark contrast to the traditional high streets and markets that had previously dominated Manchester's retail landscape. However, amidst the modernity and progress, this old man's solitude serves as a poignant reminder of the past and the passage of time. The photograph, taken in 1982, captures the essence of the shopping centre during the 1980s, a time of change and transition. The vegetation and plants scattered throughout the mall add a touch of nature to the otherwise sterile environment, creating a sense of calm amidst the chaos. The old man's presence, however, underscores the human element that remains constant amidst the ever-evolving world around us. As we gaze upon this image, we are transported back in time, to a moment of quiet reflection in the midst of the bustling shopping centre. The old man's solitude invites us to contemplate the rich history of Manchester and the role that the Stretford Arndale Shopping Centre has played in shaping its modern retail landscape.
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