Hyde Park Corner, London 1958
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This authentic 1950s colour photograph captures the architectural elegance of Hyde Park Corner in London during the late fifties. Taken in 1958, the image highlights the grand Ionic screen designed by Decimus Burton, with its fluted columns and detailed frieze standing as a gateway to the park. The intersection reflects the era’s transport history, featuring a cyclist in a grey jacket navigating the junction, alongside a blue vintage saloon car and a yellow “RING ROAD” sign. Notable period details include the fingerpost road signs directing traffic toward “SLOUGH THE WEST” via the A4 and “GUILDFORD PORTSMOUTH” via the A3. Pedestrians in mid-century attire wait near the zebra crossing, and a traditional Belisha beacon stands ready to guide them. This archival print is a meticulous record of one of London’s most famous landmarks before the major road reconfigurations of the 1960s. It is an ideal resource for historical research, editorial use, or as a classic print to display in your collection.
About Retro Stock Photography
Retro Stock Photography specializes in genuine vintage color photographs from the 1950s through the 1990s, all available as royalty-free instant downloads. Our photos are popular for editorial features, books, magazines, websites, documentaries, advertising, social media, local history projects, creative design, and as unique gifts when printed.
All of our images are scanned directly from original slides and negatives, preserving their authenticity, detail, and character. And because we own the original photographs and copyrights, all of our collection is exclusive to us and not available elsewhere.
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