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Poster Print : Lorry crash, Lostwithiel, Cornwall. May 1985
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Lorry crash, Lostwithiel, Cornwall. May 1985
A container lorry crashed in Queen Street, destroying the facades of the Baron Restaurant and Pattersons antique shop. The emergency services are in attendance. There have been many lorry crashes over the years before weight restrictions were placed on them at Nomansland at the top of the steep hill into the town. The driver of the lorry survived. Photographer: Jonathan Barker
Royal Cornwall Museum is the UK's Greatest Museum For Cornish Life & Culture
TRURI : 2017.5.24
Media ID 13760058
© RIC, photographer Jonathan Barker
20x30 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our captivating Media Storehouse Poster Print of "Lorry Crash, Lostwithiel, Cornwall. May 1985" from the Royal Cornwall Museum. This vintage photograph transports you to the scene of a significant event in Lostwithiel's history. Witness the aftermath of a container lorry crash that destroyed the facades of the Baron Restaurant and Pattersons antique shop. Emergency services are in full attendance, capturing the attention of onlookers. Bring this intriguing piece of local history into your home or office and relive the past with our high-quality, museum-grade poster print.
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 76.8cm x 51.4cm (30.2" x 20.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print captures the aftermath of a devastating lorry crash that occurred in Lostwithiel, Cornwall in May 1985. The image showcases the destruction caused by a container lorry as it plowed through Queen Street, obliterating the facades of two iconic establishments - the Baron Restaurant and Pattersons antique shop. In this gripping scene, emergency services are seen rushing to the site, their presence highlighting the gravity of the situation. The photograph serves as a poignant reminder of an era when weight restrictions were not yet imposed on lorries at Nomansland, situated atop a treacherous hill leading into town. This lack of regulation resulted in numerous similar incidents over time. Miraculously, amidst this chaos and devastation, we learn that the driver survived. Photographer Jonathan Barker has masterfully captured both the physical wreckage and emotional impact left behind by this tragic event. The collapsed shops stand as silent witnesses to an unfortunate chapter in Lostwithiel's history. This powerful image is not just a testament to human resilience but also serves as a stark reminder of how communities can come together during times of crisis. It stands as an important piece within Royal Cornwall Museum's collection - preserving memories and shedding light on significant moments from our past for generations to come.
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