Home > Europe > United Kingdom > England > London > Sights > Trafalgar Square
Crossing The Road
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Fine Art Storehouse
Crossing The Road
21st October 1912: A gentleman helping ladies across the busy junction between Charing Cross Road and Trafalgar Square, London. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)
Unleash your creativity and transform your space into a visual masterpiece!
Topical Press Agency
Media ID 10922640
1910 1919 Assistance Busy Clothing Females H Urb Traf Junction London England Mode Of Transport Street Light Top Hat Trafalgar Square Walking Charing Cross Road
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Arts
> Landscape paintings
> Landscape art
> Landscape paintings
> Arts
> Portraits
> Pop art gallery
> Street art portraits
> Arts
> Street art graffiti
> Urban art
> Landscape paintings
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> London
> Art
> Entertainment
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> London
> Sights
> Trafalgar Square
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> London
> Transport
> Buses
> Fine Art Storehouse
> Hulton Archive
> Topical Press Agency
Crossing The Road - A Glimpse into London's Past
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This print captures a moment frozen in time on the 21st of October, 1912. Amidst the bustling streets of London, a gentleman gallantly assists two elegantly dressed ladies as they navigate their way across the busy junction between Charing Cross Road and Trafalgar Square. The image showcases an urban landscape of early 20th century England, with its distinct architecture and iconic landmarks. In this snapshot, we see a group of pedestrians bravely maneuvering through the chaos created by various modes of transport - cars and buses whizzing past while horse-drawn carriages share the road. The composition is framed beautifully by a street lamp towering above them, casting long shadows onto the cobblestone pavement below. This juxtaposition between light and shadow adds depth to the scene, emphasizing both the assistance provided by our chivalrous protagonist and highlighting his top hat against his dark attire. As we delve into this archival piece from Topical Press Agency's collection, it serves as a reminder of how much has changed over time while also celebrating timeless acts of kindness amidst city life. It transports us back to an era where fashion was refined, transportation was evolving rapidly, and crossing busy streets required courage. This remarkable photograph offers us not only a glimpse into history but also invites us to reflect on our own modern-day experiences navigating crowded cityscapes with newfound appreciation for those who lend a
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
FREE COLORIZATION SERVICE
You can choose advanced AI Colorization for this picture at no extra charge!
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
