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Fine Art Print : LCC-MFB Kennington fire station, London SE11
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LCC-MFB Kennington fire station, London SE11
Built by the Metropolitan Board of Works (the forerunner of the London County Council) and opened in 1870, Kennington fire station was located in Refrew Road, Lower Kennington, Lambeth where it still stands. In 1918 two of its firemen were killed in a building blaze on the Albert Embankment. The adoption of motorised fire engines by the LFB led to a reduction in the number of stations required, and 15 were closed down in 1920, Kennington being one of them
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20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Bring a piece of London's rich history into your home with our exquisite Fine Art Print of Kennington Fire Station from the Media Storehouse collection. This stunning image, sourced from the London Fire Brigade / Mary Evans Picture Library at Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the iconic fire station built by the Metropolitan Board of Works in 1870. Located in Refrew Road, Lower Kennington, this fire station was a vital part of London's firefighting legacy. Our Fine Art Prints are meticulously reproduced to capture every intricate detail, ensuring a stunning and vibrant addition to any room. Order yours today and relive the charm of London's past.
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.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.5cm x 40.6cm (19.9" x 16")
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.
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This evocative photograph captures the historic Kennington Fire Station in London, SE11, as it stood in the early 20th century. Built by the Metropolitan Board of Works (MBW), the forerunner of the London County Council (LCC), in 1870, the station was located in Refrew Road, Lower Kennington, Lambeth. The brick and cast-iron building, a testament to Victorian engineering, served the community for over five decades. Tragedy struck in 1918 when two firemen lost their lives in a building blaze on the Albert Embankment. As the London Fire Brigade (LFB) adopted motorised fire engines, which reduced the need for manpower and stations, 15 fire stations, including Kennington, were closed down in 1920. The fire station's red brick facade, adorned with the LCC coat of arms, and its tall, arched windows, once housed brave firefighters who answered the call of duty day and night. The station's bell tower, a symbol of the community's protection, still stands proudly today, reminding us of the vital role this historic building played in the lives of Londoners during the Victorian era and beyond. This photograph, from the extensive Mary Evans Picture Library, offers a unique glimpse into the past, transporting us back in time to a period when the sound of the fire station siren was a familiar and comforting presence in the community.
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