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Bridgnorth, Shropshire a079455



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Bridgnorth, Shropshire a079455

BRIDGNORTH, Shropshire. A view of the High Street in 1953, looking north towards the timber-framed Town Hall in the middle of the road. John Gay

Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places

Media ID 699023

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22"x18" Modern Frame

Introducing the stunning Framed Print of "Bridgnorth, Shropshire a079455" by John Gay from Historic England. This beautiful piece transports you back in time, capturing the charm of Bridgnorth's High Street as it looked in 1953. The timber-framed Town Hall stands proudly in the middle of the road, and the nostalgic scene is filled with character and history. Our Framed Prints are not just a picture, they are a window into the past. Each print is carefully framed in a contemporary style, making it a perfect addition to any home or office space. Bring a piece of historic Bridgnorth into your world with this exquisite Framed Print by John Gay.

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.

Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang

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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> Architecture > Country > England

> Architecture > Villages

> Arts > Photographers > John Gay

> Europe > United Kingdom > England > Shropshire > Bridgnorth

> Historic England > Architecture > High Streets

> Historic England > Historic Images > The 1950s

> Historic England > Historic Images > Famed Photographers > John Gay Collection (1945-1990)

> Historic England > Historic Images > Historic Images 1900s - 1910s


EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the bustling High Street of Bridgnorth, Shropshire, in the year 1953. The scene is filled with a sense of energy and activity, as cars line both sides of the narrow road, their headlights cutting through the misty morning. In the heart of the bustle, the timber-framed Town Hall stands proudly in the middle of the road, its grand facade a testament to the town's rich history. Bridgnorth, a charming market town nestled in the heart of Shropshire, is known for its unique layout, with a high and low town separated by a steep cliff. The High Street, seen here, was the main thoroughfare that connected the two parts of the town. The photograph offers a glimpse into a time when the High Street was the hub of daily life, with shops, markets, and services catering to the needs of the local community. The cars, with their rounded edges and classic designs, add a sense of nostalgia to the scene. They represent the beginning of the automobile age, a time when cars were still a novelty and a symbol of progress. The fact that they have been captured in this photograph, parked haphazardly on the side of the road, speaks to the informal and unplanned nature of life in the 1950s. This photograph, taken by the renowned photographer John Gay, is a precious reminder of a bygone era. It invites us to reflect on the changes that have taken place in our towns and cities over the past seven decades and to appreciate the unique character of Bridgnorth, a town that continues to thrive and evolve.

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