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Poultry market JLP01_08_067513
BULL RING CENTRE, BULL RING, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS. The fish and poultry market at the Bull Ring Centre bustling with shoppers at Christmas time.
On 14th November 1963, the retail market at the Bull Ring development was opened by the Lord Mayor of Birmingham, Alderman Dr. Louis Glass, JP. The new retail market replaced the old Market Hall building, which was originally built in 1835 but had suffered serious damage from an air strike in the Second World War. The general section of the new market housed 154 stalls, with a further 42 in the separate fish and poultry section
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Media ID 24303181
© Historic England Archive
1960s Business Commerce Food People Retail Shopping Centre Market Stalls
20"x20" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the vibrant atmosphere of Birmingham's past with our exquisite Fine Art Print of the Poultry Market at the Bull Ring Centre by Historic England Archive. Captured by Joh, this evocative image transports you to the bustling heart of the city during the festive season. Experience the sights, sounds, and energy of the bustling marketplace, where shoppers gathered around stalls brimming with fresh produce. Bring a piece of historic Bull Ring's charm into your home with this stunning, museum-quality print from Media Storehouse's Fine Art Prints collection.
20x20 image printed on 26x26 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 50.8cm (20" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 66cm (26" x 26")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print captures the vibrant atmosphere of the fish and poultry market at Bull Ring Centre in Birmingham during Christmas time. The bustling scene is filled with shoppers eagerly exploring the stalls, their faces adorned with excitement and anticipation. On a historical note, this retail market was officially opened on 14th November 1963 by the esteemed Lord Mayor of Birmingham, Alderman Dr. Louis Glass, JP. It replaced the old Market Hall building that had been standing since 1835 but unfortunately suffered severe damage from an air strike during World War II. The new market boasted a total of 154 stalls in its general section, while an additional 42 were dedicated to fish and poultry alone. This expansion allowed for a wider variety of products to be offered to customers, catering to their diverse needs. The photograph showcases not only the thriving commerce taking place within these market walls but also provides a glimpse into daily life during this era. It serves as a testament to the importance of markets as social hubs where people would gather not just for shopping but also for interaction and community engagement. Preserved by A© Historic England Archive, this image offers us a window into history - reminding us of how our ancestors shopped and connected with one another amidst bustling marketplaces like Bull Ring Centre in West Midlands.
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