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Poster Print : Auditorium, Royal Festival Hall HKR01_04_482
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Auditorium, Royal Festival Hall HKR01_04_482
Royal Festival Hall, South Bank, London. Interior view of the halls auditorium theatre, showing side seating and the underside of boxes. Photographed by Margaret F. Harker in 1951
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Media ID 18996401
© Historic England Archive
18x24 inch Poster Print
Introducing the stunning "Auditorium, Royal Festival Hall" poster print from our Media Storehouse collection. This exquisite photograph, captured by the renowned Margaret F. Harker in 1951, offers a captivating glimpse into the rich history of London's iconic South Bank landmark. Witness the beauty of the Royal Festival Hall's auditorium theatre, with its side seating and intricately designed underside of boxes. Bring the elegance and charm of this historic venue into your home or office with this beautifully printed and framed poster, a perfect addition to any space that values art, culture, and history.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 46.3cm x 61.6cm (18.2" x 24.3")
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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This stunning photograph, taken by Margaret F. Harker in 1951, captures the interior beauty of the Auditorium at the Royal Festival Hall on London's South Bank. The image offers a unique perspective, with the focus on the side seating and the underside of the boxes, providing a glimpse into the intricate design and craftsmanship of this modern architectural masterpiece. Designed by architects Leslie Martin, Robert Mathews, and Peter Moro, the Royal Festival Hall opened in 1951 as part of the Festival of Britain celebrations. The auditorium was designed to be an inclusive and accessible space for all, with a flexible seating arrangement that could accommodate various performance configurations. The use of natural light, acoustic design, and unobstructed sightlines were key considerations in the design, making the Royal Festival Hall a pioneering venue for the performing arts. The photograph showcases the clean, geometric lines and the warm, rich tones of the wooden seating and the terrazzo flooring. The underside of the boxes, with their intricate patterns and textures, add an element of visual interest and depth to the image. The large expanse of the auditorium, with its side seating extending towards the stage, emphasizes the sense of grandeur and scale of the space. Margaret F. Harker's photograph is a testament to the enduring appeal and significance of the Royal Festival Hall as an iconic piece of modern architecture and a cultural landmark in London. The image invites us to imagine the countless performances and memories that have unfolded within these walls, making it a cherished piece of architectural and artistic history.
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