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Poster Print : South Africa Pavilion MCF01_02_0817
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South Africa Pavilion MCF01_02_0817
British Empire Exhibition, WEMBLEY PARK, BRENT, GREATER LONDON. A view of the lake, bandstand and South Africa Pavilion at the British Empire Exhibition in Wembley Park, with a boat full of people on the lake passing a rock garden.
The British Empire Exhibition opened on St Georges Day 1924 with the aim of stimulating trade and strengthening bonds between the countries of the British Empire
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Media ID 27958250
© Historic England Archive
1920s Bandstand Exhibition Hall Lake Waterscape Pleasure Garden
18x24 inch Poster Print
Introducing the stunning South Africa Pavilion poster print from the Media Storehouse collection, captured by the talented Katherine MacFee for Historic England. This captivating image transports you back in time to the British Empire Exhibition held at Wembley Park in 1924. Witness the grandeur of the South Africa Pavilion, surrounded by the serene lake and bandstand, creating a picturesque scene that embodies the spirit of the era. Add this beautiful piece to your collection and bring a piece of historical charm into your home or office.
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 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
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 print captures the essence of the South Africa Pavilion at the British Empire Exhibition in Wembley Park, London. The scene showcases a picturesque view of a serene lake, adorned with a charming bandstand and surrounded by lush greenery. As if straight out of a postcard from the 1920s, this image transports us back to an era when pleasure gardens were all the rage. In the foreground, we see a boat brimming with people joyfully gliding across the tranquil waters. Their laughter and excitement are palpable as they pass by a meticulously crafted rock garden that adds an enchanting touch to this idyllic setting. The British Empire Exhibition was inaugurated on St George's Day in 1924 with one primary objective: fostering trade and strengthening bonds between nations within the vast British Empire. This grand event served as both a celebration of imperial achievements and an opportunity for countries to showcase their unique cultures and contributions. Katherine MacFee expertly captures this moment in time, allowing us to marvel at not only the architectural beauty but also appreciate how such exhibitions played significant roles in shaping history. Through her lens, we are transported into an era where unity among nations was paramount, offering us glimpses into our shared past while reminding us of our collective journey towards progress and understanding.
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