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Ants nest carelessly broken open, or Wembley Stadium seen from the cockpit of an aeroplane? (b / w photo)
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Ants nest carelessly broken open, or Wembley Stadium seen from the cockpit of an aeroplane? (b / w photo)
3637374 Ants nest carelessly broken open, or Wembley Stadium seen from the cockpit of an aeroplane? (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ants nest carelessly broken open, or Wembley Stadium seen from the cockpit of an aeroplane? Illustration for Wonderful London by St John Adcock (Fleetway, c 1930). Gravure-printed.); © Look and Learn
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© Look and Learn / Bridgeman Images
Aerial Photo Aerial Photography Aerial View Bird Eye View Birda´s Eye View Birds Eye Birds Eye View Birds Eye Views Birds View Birdseye View Fa Cup Fans Football Ground Panoramic Birds Eye View Pitch Stadium 1930 1939 Years 30 30s 1930 1939 Years 30s 19301939 1933 34 Cup Final Nineteen Thirties Pitch Invasion Wembley Stadium
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This print captures a fascinating juxtaposition of two seemingly unrelated subjects: an ants nest carelessly broken open, or Wembley Stadium seen from the cockpit of an airplane. The image, taken by an English photographer in the 20th century, is part of a private collection. The composition is striking, with intricate details visible in both the shattered ants nest and the sprawling Wembley Stadium. It provokes curiosity as to why these two contrasting scenes are presented side by side. Perhaps it serves as a metaphor for the fragility and resilience of nature against human-made structures. The photograph was originally created as an illustration for "Wonderful London" by St John Adcock in the 1930s. Its gravure-printed quality adds depth and texture to the image, enhancing its visual appeal. Wembley Stadium holds historical significance as one of England's iconic sports venues, known for hosting football matches and other major events. The aerial view captured here offers a unique perspective on this historic ground, showcasing its vastness and attracting attention to its pitch invasion potential during intense matches. Overall, this photograph invites viewers to contemplate themes such as nature versus civilization, history versus progress, and even cultural exchanges between Britain and Germany during that era. It stands as a testament to both artistic vision and technical skill in photography.
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