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Poster Print : A scrapyard for cars, St Erth, Cornwall
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A scrapyard for cars, St Erth, Cornwall
A scrapyard for cars at St Erth near Hayle in Cornwall. A crane is about to drop another car on the heap
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1985 Crane Drop Eighties Erth Hayle Heap Pile Pollution Scrap Scrapped Scrapping Ugly Waste Yard Scrap Yard
18x24 inch Poster Print
Discover the captivating charm of "A scrapyard for cars, St Erth, Cornwall" with Media Storehouse's stunning poster prints. This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you to the heart of a bustling scrapyard near the picturesque town of St Erth in Cornwall. Witness the moment of transformation as a crane prepares to drop another car onto the mountainous heap, capturing the raw energy and industrial spirit of this unique location. Bring this intriguing scene into your home or office with a high-quality Media Storehouse poster print – the perfect conversation starter and a testament to the beauty found in the unexpected.
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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In this evocative image from the past, a crane looms over a sprawling scrapyard for cars at St Erth near Hayle in Cornwall, England. The year is 1985, and the industrial scene before us is a stark reminder of the relentless march of progress and the transient nature of our material possessions. The crane, poised to drop another car onto the ever-growing heap of metal and rust, symbolizes the ruthless efficiency of the scrap industry. The cars, once prized possessions and symbols of freedom and status, now lie discarded and forgotten, their histories and stories slowly being erased. The scrapyard, with its chaotic jumble of twisted metal and shattered glass, is an ugly yet historical sight. The pollution in the air, a byproduct of the industrial process, adds to the sense of decay and decay. Yet, there is a certain beauty in the raw, unfiltered reality of this scene. The 1980s, a decade of change and transformation, are reflected in the rusted shells of the cars. The 80s were a time of economic prosperity, but also of environmental degradation and social upheaval. This image captures the tension between progress and waste, industry and pollution, history and oblivion. The scrapyard at St Erth is a reminder that even the most valuable and cherished objects can eventually become waste. It is a testament to the cyclical nature of life and the inexorable passage of time. And yet, amidst the chaos and decay, there is a sense of order and purpose, as the cars are dismantled and their components are recycled and repurposed. This photograph, taken in the 1980s, captures a moment in time that is both historical and timeless. It is a snapshot of a bygone era, a reminder of the past, and a glimpse into the future. It is a powerful and thought-provoking image that invites us to reflect on the meaning of progress, the value of history, and the importance of sustainability.
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