Fine Art Print : Newly Built M1 Motorway
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Newly Built M1 Motorway
A stretch of the newly-built M1 Motorway, near Little Linford, Buckinghamshire, England, looking south, towards Bow Brickhill, No crash barrier or traffic! Date: 1959 - 1960
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Media ID 7204649
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20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the beauty and history of the past with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image showcases a newly built stretch of the M1 Motorway near Little Linford, Buckinghamshire, England, dating back to 1959-1960. Witness the open road, free of crash barriers or traffic, as it winds towards Bow Brickhill. Bring this piece of history into your home or office and add a touch of timeless charm to your space. Our Fine Art Prints are available under Rights Managed licensing from Mary Evans Prints Online, ensuring the highest quality and authenticity. Order now and relive the magic of the 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.
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 40.6cm (20" 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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: A Blissful Ride on the Newly Built M1 Motorway: A Glimpse into the 1960s British Roadways This photograph captures a serene and unprecedented moment in the history of British transport, showcasing a newly built stretch of the M1 Motorway near Little Linford, Buckinghamshire, England, in the late 1950s or early 1960s. The image, taken from the south, looks towards Bow Brickhill, revealing an uninterrupted view of the motorway devoid of crash barriers or any traffic. The M1 Motorway, the United Kingdom's first inter-urban motorway, was a revolutionary development in the British transportation landscape. Construction began in 1956, and the first section was opened to traffic on December 1, 1959. This photograph, therefore, likely dates from the period immediately following the completion of this section of the motorway. The absence of crash barriers and traffic in this image is a stark contrast to the chaotic and congested roads of the 1950s and 1960s. The motorway's design, featuring a central reservation and hard shoulders, was intended to improve safety and reduce congestion. The smooth, unobstructed roadway in the photograph is a testament to the success of these design features. In the background, a coach and a bus can be seen making their way along the road. These vehicles, common sights on British roads during this era, add to the nostalgic charm of the image. The motorway's construction marked a significant shift towards modern, efficient transport infrastructure in post-war Britain. This photograph offers a unique glimpse into the past, providing a fascinating insight into the early days of motorway travel in England during the 1960s. The peaceful scene captured in the image stands in stark contrast to the hustle and bustle of modern motorway travel, making it a captivating and evocative snapshot of a bygone era.
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