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Framed Print : New high-rise flats and soon-to-be demolished buildings side by side in Newcastle
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New high-rise flats and soon-to-be demolished buildings side by side in Newcastle
New high-rise flats and soon-to-be demolished buildings side by side in Newcastle. April 30, 1964
staff
Daily Herald
Mirrorpix
United Kingdom
060617toon
Media ID 21793395
© Mirrorpix
12"x10" Modern Frame
Step into the past with this evocative framed print from Memory Lane Prints. Witness the stark contrast between the sleek, modern lines of Newcastle's new high-rise flats and the weathered, soon-to-be demolished buildings captured in this powerful image, taken on April 30, 1964. Preserved in a high-quality frame, this print is a captivating reminder of the ever-evolving cityscape and the passage of time.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 25.4cm (12" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print from Memory Lane Prints transports us back to April 30,1964, capturing a significant moment in Newcastle's architectural history. The image showcases the stark contrast between the new high-rise flats and the soon-to-be demolished buildings standing side by side. It serves as a powerful visual representation of the city's evolution during this transformative era. In this snapshot, we witness the clash between tradition and progress, as modernity clashes with remnants of the past. The imposing high-rise flats symbolize a bold step towards urban development and contemporary living standards. Their sleek lines and towering presence reflect an ambitious vision for Newcastle's future. Meanwhile, adjacent to these modern structures stand dilapidated buildings awaiting their inevitable fate - demolition. These crumbling relics serve as poignant reminders of what once was, evoking nostalgia for a bygone era while making way for progress. The photograph captures not only physical contrasts but also societal shifts occurring at that time. It encapsulates an entire epoch within its frame - the swinging sixties when architecture became emblematic of cultural change and innovation. As we gaze upon this remarkable image today, it prompts us to reflect on how cities evolve over time; how old gives way to new; how progress can simultaneously inspire awe and melancholy. This photograph is more than just documentation; it is a testament to our ever-changing world and our collective desire for growth while acknowledging our roots.
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