Canvas Print : Barrage Balloon in Regents Park, London
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Barrage Balloon in Regents Park, London
Barrage Balloon in Regents Park, London
1939
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Media ID 7218071
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10554855
Barrage Blitz Bombed Bombing Fins Protection Raid Raids Regents Ties Ww 2 Ww Ii
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the captivating "Barrage Balloon in Regents Park, London" canvas print from the Media Storehouse collection, exclusively featuring the evocative image by Mary Evans / Pharcide from Mary Evans Prints Online. This stunning piece takes you back in time to 1939, as a barrage balloon stands proudly against the backdrop of Regent's Park in London. The iconic image, filled with history and character, is beautifully rendered on a high-quality canvas for a vibrant and textured finish that adds depth and dimension to your space. Elevate your home décor with this exquisite piece of art that tells a story and transports you to another era. Order your "Barrage Balloon in Regents Park, London" canvas print today and let the magic unfold.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative photograph taken in 1939, a barrage balloon floats majestically over Regents Park in London during the early days of World War II. The serene scene belies the ominous reality of the imminent threat of air raids that loomed over the city. Barrage balloons, a crucial component of the British defenses during the Blitz, were deployed to protect major cities from enemy aircraft. These large, round balloons, tethered to the ground by long ropes, were filled with hydrogen or helium, and carried a net or cable known as a "barrage envelope" to deter low-flying enemy planes. When an aircraft approached, the balloon's movement would trigger a buoy attached to the cable to rise, pulling the cable taut and creating an obstacle for the plane's propellers. The photograph captures the balloon's intricate design, with its multiple fins and ties securing it to the ground, and the front view allows us to see the intricate pattern of the netting. The balloon's presence in Regents Park underscores the impact of the war on everyday life, as the park was transformed into a military installation, with barrage balloons becoming a common sight in the skies above. As the Second World War intensified, Londoners grew accustomed to the constant threat of air raids, and the sight of barrage balloons like the one in this photograph became a symbol of hope and protection. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the resilience and determination of the British people during this dark period in history.
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