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Canvas Print : New Street Signal Box BB95_13681
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New Street Signal Box BB95_13681
New Street Signal Box, Birmingham. South east elevation from south east. Photographed in August 1995
Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places
Media ID 11357886
© Historic England
Architecture Brutalist Style Concrete Listed Grade Ii Post War
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse Canvas Print of "New Street Signal Box BB95_13681" by James O Davies from Historic England. This stunning photograph captures the South east elevation of the New Street Signal Box in Birmingham, as it looked in August 1995. Each canvas print is meticulously crafted using premium quality materials to bring out the rich colors and intricate details of James O Davies's photograph. The high-resolution image is expertly printed onto a thick, durable canvas to ensure that every detail is captured with stunning clarity. The wrap-around design adds depth and texture, making it a beautiful addition to any room in your home or office. Order your Media Storehouse Canvas Print of "New Street Signal Box BB95_13681" today and bring a piece of Birmingham's history into your space.
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 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: New Street Signal Box, Birmingham - A Brutalist Icon of Post-War Architecture New Street Signal Box, located in Birmingham, is a remarkable example of Brutalist architecture, captured in this evocative photograph taken by James O. Davies in August 1995. Listed as a Grade II heritage asset by Historic England, this concrete structure stands as a testament to the post-war modernist movement in British architecture. The south east elevation of the New Street Signal Box, as depicted in the image, showcases the raw, textured beauty of its concrete exterior. The brutalist style, characterized by its unadorned, exposed structural elements, is on full display here. The geometric shapes and clean lines of the building are accentuated by the play of light and shadow, creating an intriguing interplay between the solid and the ethereal. Brutalist architecture emerged in the aftermath of World War II as a response to the need for functional, durable, and economical structures. The New Street Signal Box, completed in 1969, is a prime example of this architectural movement in the UK. Its raw, uncompromising design was once a subject of controversy, but today, it is celebrated as an important part of Birmingham's architectural heritage. The concrete used in the construction of the signal box has weathered gracefully over the decades, developing a rich patina that adds to its visual appeal. The rough, textured surface, which gave the Brutalist movement its name, is now a cherished characteristic of this iconic building. This photograph by James O. Davies offers a glimpse into the past, highlighting the enduring allure of the New Street Signal Box as a symbol of post-war architectural innovation and the raw, unyielding beauty of concrete.
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