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Fine Art Print : Blitz in the City of London - Eastcheap, WW2
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Blitz in the City of London - Eastcheap, WW2
Scene in Eastcheap, following a bombing raid and incendiary attack, 11 May 1941. Date: 1941
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Media ID 14157212
© London Fire Brigade / Mary Evans Picture Library
1941 Attack Blitz Bomb Bombed Bombing Eastcheap Fires Hazy Incendiary Ladder Raid Smoky Firefighter Firefighters Firefighting Fireman Firemen
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the raw power and emotion of history with our Fine Art Print of Blitz in the City of London - Eastcheap, WW2 by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image, captured on 11 May 1941, depicts the aftermath of a bombing raid and incendiary attack in Eastcheap. Witness the resilience and determination of Londoners during wartime as they navigate through the devastated streets of their city. This stunning fine art print is part of our Media Storehouse collection and is a must-have for history enthusiasts and art lovers alike. Bring a piece of the past into your home or office and relive the stories of a bygone era.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 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.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 37.6cm (20" x 14.8")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the aftermath of a devastating bombing raid and incendiary attack on Eastcheap in the City of London during the Blitz of World War II. The date is 11 May 1941, and the scene is one of destruction and chaos. Smoke billows from the ruins of buildings, their once solid structures reduced to rubble and ash. In the foreground, firefighters from the London Fire Brigade brave the danger, climbing a ladder to reach the flames that continue to consume the wreckage. The firemen, dressed in their iconic uniforms, work tirelessly to extinguish the fires and prevent further damage. The air is thick with the acrid smell of smoke, and the atmosphere is hazy and smoky. The streets are deserted, the only sounds the crackling of the flames and the distant sirens of approaching emergency services. This image is a poignant reminder of the devastation caused by the Blitz and the bravery of those who risked their lives to keep the city from being consumed by the fires. The photograph is a powerful testament to the resilience of the people of London during the war and the vital role of the fire service in protecting their communities.
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