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No 1 Dixs Field, Exeter - before BB42_00611
No 1 Dixas Field, Exeter, Devon, 1942. Pre-bomb damage. Photographed by Margaret Tomlinson (1905-'77) for the National Buildings Record. Silver gelatin glass plate negative. The elegant, Regency-style No 1 Dixas Field in Exeter, was recorded before and after a Baedeker bombing raid in 1942. Based in Devon, Margaret Tomlinson was an architect and architectural historian who was ideally placed to record threatened buildings in the cities of Exeter and Plymouth. She photographed for the National Buildings Record (NBR) from 1941 and also worked as a NBR investigator from 1943. After the war she was active in the revival of the Victoria History of the Counties of England and was a listing investigator with the Ministry of Town and Country Planning
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Media ID 10928865
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14"x11" Photo Print
Discover the rich history of Exeter with this stunning photograph from Historic England's Media Storehouse. "No 1 Dixas Field, Exeter - before BB42_00611" captures the city's charm and character in a moment in time, showcasing the area as it looked before the bomb damage of 1942. This exquisite black and white image, taken by Margaret Tomlinson for the National Buildings Record, is a testament to the beauty and resilience of Exeter's past. Add this unique piece to your collection and bring a piece of history into your home.
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Estimated Product Size is 35.5cm x 27.9cm (14" x 11")
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This print captures the timeless elegance of No 1 Dixas Field in Exeter, Devon, before it fell victim to the devastating Baedeker bombing raid in 1942. The Regency-style architecture stands proudly against a backdrop of tranquility, unaware of the imminent destruction that would soon befall it. Photographed by Margaret Tomlinson, an architect and architectural historian based in Devon, this image is a poignant reminder of her dedication to preserving threatened buildings during World War II. Working for the National Buildings Record (NBR), Tomlinson's lens captured not only the physical beauty of structures like No 1 Dixas Field but also their historical significance. The silver gelatin glass plate negative adds an ethereal quality to the photograph, enhancing its nostalgic charm. As we gaze upon this snapshot frozen in time, we are transported back to an era when life was simpler yet fraught with uncertainty. Margaret Tomlinson's work extended beyond photography; she played a vital role as an investigator for NBR after joining them in 1943. Her efforts were instrumental in documenting and safeguarding England's architectural heritage amidst post-war reconstruction. Today, thanks to Historic England's preservation efforts and initiatives like Picturing England Archive, we can cherish these visual treasures that remind us of our past struggles and triumphs. This particular print serves as a testament to resilience and reminds us never to forget the impact war has on our built environment.
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