Fine Art Print : Traffic control for pedestrian crossings
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Traffic control for pedestrian crossings
Traffic control by light-ray : the first system of its kind. A new method of controlling road traffic by beams of light broken by pedestrian and vehicles : details of the automated system introduced in St Helier Avenue in Morden, Surrey. A broken beam operates the control lights, the top one marked Don t Cross and the lower one Cross Now. Date: 1936
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Media ID 14145856
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Automated Avenue Beam Beams Broken Control Controlling Crossing Crossings Davis Helier Lights Morden Pedestrian Pedestrians Roads Surrey Traffic Vehicles 1936
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Introducing the captivating Traffic Control fine art print from our Media Storehouse collection, exclusively sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online. This intriguing image transports us back in time to the inception of modern traffic management. Witness the first-ever traffic control system using beams of light, skillfully broken by pedestrians and vehicles. A mesmerizing blend of history, technology, and design, this print adds an alluring conversation starter to any space. Experience the intersection of innovation and aesthetics with our Media Storehouse Fine Art Prints.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 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 35.5cm x 53.3cm (14" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Traffic Control by Light-Ray: Pioneering Pedestrian Crossing System in Morden, Surrey, 1936 This photograph showcases the innovative Traffic Control by Light-Ray system, the first of its kind, introduced in St Helier Avenue, Morden, Surrey, in 1936. The groundbreaking traffic management solution employed beams of light to regulate both vehicle and pedestrian crossings. The system's operation was based on the principle of a broken beam. The upper light, marked "Don't Cross," would illuminate when a pedestrian stepped onto the crossing, breaking the light beam. Simultaneously, the lower light, marked "Cross Now," would turn on, signaling it was safe for pedestrians to proceed. The same principle applied to the vehicle lanes, with a broken beam triggering the red traffic lights and allowing vehicles to pass once the beam was intact again. This automated system revolutionized traffic control, ensuring the smooth flow of both pedestrian and vehicular traffic. The 1930s, a period of significant advancements in transportation and technology, saw the introduction of numerous innovations. The Traffic Control by Light-Ray system was a testament to the era's ingenuity and vision for a more efficient and safer transportation infrastructure. This photograph, taken in 1936, provides a fascinating glimpse into the history of traffic control and the evolution of pedestrian crossings in Britain. The system's sleek design and modern technology contrasted sharply with the traditional methods of the time, paving the way for future advancements in road safety and traffic management.
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