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Framed Print : St Pancras station a062288
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St Pancras station a062288
ST PANCRAS HOTEL, London. A man walking beside the massive portals outside the Midland Grand Hotel porte cochiere at St Pancras railway station. John Gay. Date range: 1960-1972
Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places
Media ID 933506
© Historic England
22"x18" Modern Frame
Discover the timeless beauty of St Pancras station with our exquisite framed print featuring the iconic photograph "St Pancras station a062288" by John Gay from Historic England. This captivating image showcases the grandeur of the Midland Grand Hotel porte cochère at St Pancras railway station in London. Taken between 1960 and 1972, this photograph preserves a moment in history, making it a stunning addition to any home or office space. Bring the charm of London's historic St Pancras station into your living environment with this beautifully framed and preserved print.
20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 45.7cm x 50.8cm (18" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 55.9cm (18" x 22")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the grandeur of St Pancras station in London during the 1960s to early 1970s. Standing tall and proud, the Midland Grand Hotel porte cochiere dominates the frame, with its massive portals creating an imposing presence. A man is seen walking beside this architectural marvel, his figure casting a long shadow on the ground below. The composition of this image is striking, as it juxtaposes both light and dark elements. The strong pillar on one side adds a sense of stability and strength to the scene, while people passing by bring life and movement into an otherwise still moment frozen in time. John Gay's expert eye for detail shines through in this photograph, capturing not just a building but also a sense of history and nostalgia. St Pancras station has always been more than just a transportation hub; it represents an era when railway travel was at its peak. As we gaze upon this image today, we are transported back to a time when steam trains chugged along these tracks and elegant travelers embarked on their journeys from this iconic location. John Gay's photographic masterpiece serves as a reminder that even amidst progress and change, there will always be remnants of our past worth preserving.
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