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New road lighthouse One of the new automatic gas beacons which has been erected
New road lighthouse
One of the new automatic gas beacons which has been erected at the dangerous cross road at the half way house, Challock, Kent on the London to Margat road
30 October 1925
TopFoto independent historic photographs and images all subjects and eras
Media ID 11018980
© TopFoto.co.uk
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Illuminate your space with the captivating allure of our Media Storehouse Canvas Prints. Featuring this historic image from TopFoto, witness the grandeur of a new automatic gas beacon at Challock, Kent, erected in 1925 at a dangerous crossroads on the London to Margate road. This iconic New Road Lighthouse image, captured by Central News, comes to life in vibrant detail on our premium canvas material, adding a touch of nostalgia and intrigue to any room. Let the story of this landmark guide your interior design while enjoying the superior quality and durability of our canvas prints.
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.
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New Road Lighthouse - A Beacon of Safety in Challock, Kent - 1925
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This print transports us back to the bustling era between the wars. Standing proudly at the perilous crossroads near Halfway House in Challock, Kent, is the newly erected New Road Lighthouse. This automatic gas beacon serves as a symbol of hope and security for weary travelers along the London to Margate road. Taken on October 30th, 1925, this monochrome image captures a pivotal moment in history when advancements in technology were transforming transportation safety. The Central News photographer skillfully portrays the lighthouse's majestic presence against a backdrop of rolling hills and cloudy skies. In an age where road accidents were all too common, this innovative gas beacon offered much-needed guidance through its automated system. Its bright light would pierce through darkness, warning drivers of potential hazards ahead. As Europe recovered from World War I and embraced progress during the interwar period, such beacons became vital lifelines for motorists navigating treacherous routes. This photograph not only showcases architectural beauty but also represents human ingenuity and determination to protect lives on our roads. It serves as a timeless reminder that even amidst uncertainty and change, we can find solace in structures built with care and purpose. As we admire this remarkable piece from TopFoto's collection of twentieth-century European photography, let us reflect on how far we have come since then while cherishing those who paved the way for safer
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