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Poster Print : Building workers laying concrete, City of London
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Building workers laying concrete, City of London
Building workers laying concrete on a building site in the City of London. Date: circa 1950s
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Media ID 23429178
© A The John Turner Photographic Collection / Mary Evans AA The John Turner Photographic Collection / Mary Evans
Builder Builders Concrete Dirty Heavy Laying Liquid Manual Worker
18x24 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our captivating selection of vintage poster prints from Mary Evans Picture Library. This particular piece, titled "Building Workers Laying Concrete, City of London," transports you to the bustling building sites of the 1950s. Witness the dedication and hard work of the construction team as they expertly lay concrete, bringing new life to the iconic City of London landscape. Add this authentic and intriguing piece to your home or office decor, and let the rich history of this image tell a story that resonates with the past and inspires the present.
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 evocative photograph captures the raw energy and determination of building workers as they lay concrete on a construction site in the heart of the City of London during the 1950s. The scene is one of industry and grit, with the workers in heavy boots and workpants, their faces smeared with grime and sweat. The concrete mixer in the foreground churns steadily, its contents pouring out onto the site through a long chute, where the workers wait with shovels, ready to spread the liquid evenly over the reinforcing rods. The cranes and scaffolding in the background attest to the scale of the project, while the grey, overcast sky adds to the sense of urgency and focus. The photograph is a testament to the physical labor and skill required to construct the buildings that define our cities, and offers a glimpse into the past when much of the construction work was carried out manually. The image is a powerful reminder of the human effort and ingenuity that goes into shaping our urban landscapes.
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