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Poster Print : A residents view from the balcony of a flat in Queens Street, Coventry
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A residents view from the balcony of a flat in Queens Street, Coventry
A residents view from the balcony of a flat in Queens Street, Coventry, overlooking new flats being built in Hillfields.
12th January 1966
Coventry Telegraph Archive
Mirrorpix
Coventry
West Midlands
England
Media ID 21610671
© Mirrorpix
Building Building Site Coventry Cranes Hillfields Redevelopment Scaffolding Slums Social Housing Tower Blocks Balconies
18x24 inch Poster Print
"Step back in time with our vintage poster print from the Coventry Telegraph Archive, brought to you by Media Storehouse and Memory Lane Prints. This captivating image captures the unique perspective of a resident's view from their balcony in Queens Street, Coventry, taken on the 12th of January, 1966. Witness the scene of new flats being constructed in Hillfields, as the city undergoes transformation. Add a touch of history and nostalgia to your living space with this beautifully printed and framed poster. A perfect conversation starter and a reminder of the past, right in your own home."
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 takes us back to the bustling streets of Coventry on a chilly winter day in 1966. From the vantage point of a resident's balcony in Queens Street, we are offered an intriguing glimpse into the ever-evolving landscape of Hillfields. The image showcases the ambitious redevelopment efforts that were underway during this era, as new flats rise from what was once a cluster of dilapidated slums. Towering cranes and scaffolding dominate the skyline, symbolizing progress and renewal. The scene is alive with activity as construction workers diligently work towards completing these modern structures. The contrast between old and new is striking; while remnants of past dwellings can still be seen amidst the rubble, it is clear that these new buildings will provide much-needed social housing for residents. This photograph serves as a testament to the transformative power of architecture and urban planning. As we immerse ourselves in this snapshot from history, we cannot help but appreciate how far Coventry has come since those days of land clearance and rebuilding. It reminds us that cities are constantly evolving organisms, shaped by both their pasts and their aspirations for a brighter future. Memory Lane Prints allows us to relive moments like this one – frozen in time yet brimming with stories waiting to be discovered anew.
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