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Fine Art Print : Scenes on the day of the Tube Strike - June 1982 Traffic Builds up
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Scenes on the day of the Tube Strike - June 1982 Traffic Builds up
Scenes on the day of the Tube Strike - June 1982
Traffic Builds up, as people take to their Cycles.
Piccadilly Circus Station Closed
Bill Rowntree
Mirrorpix
London
Greater London
England
WA*1924217
Media ID 21398280
© Mirrorpix
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exclusive fine art print from Bill Rowntree's Memory Lane Prints collection. Witness the chaos of London's streets during the Tube Strike in June 1982. Traffic Builds up as people turn to their bicycles for transportation, with Piccadilly Circus Station closed, adding to the congestion. This evocative print captures the spirit of resilience and adaptability in the face of unexpected disruptions. Add this unique piece to your home or office to inspire and intrigue, and relive a moment in history.
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.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
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 photo print, titled "Scenes on the day of the Tube Strike - June 1982 Traffic Builds up" takes us back to a significant moment in London's history. In this snapshot captured by Bill Rowntree, we are transported to the bustling streets of Piccadilly Circus during a tube strike in June 1982. As public transportation came to a halt, chaos ensued and traffic quickly built up along the iconic roads. However, amidst this commotion, an alternative mode of transport emerged as people took to their cycles. The image showcases motorbikes and motorcycles maneuvering through the congested streets with skill and determination. The atmosphere depicted in this photograph is one of resilience and adaptability. Despite facing inconvenience due to disrupted services, individuals found innovative ways to navigate through the cityscape. Rowntree's lens perfectly captures this unique moment when two-wheeled vehicles became heroes for commuters seeking an escape from gridlock. The closure of Piccadilly Circus Station adds another layer of intrigue to this scene. This famous underground station stands eerily silent while above ground, life continues at full throttle. Transport enthusiasts will appreciate how this image encapsulates not only a specific era but also represents a universal theme: our ability as humans to find solutions even in challenging circumstances. Bill Rowntree's remarkable work allows us to relive these memories from decades past—a testament to his talent for capturing moments that resonate with viewers long after they were first frozen in time.
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