Bank of England, Threadneedle Street 1963

This authentic 1960s colour photograph captures the imposing Neoclassical facade of the Bank of England on Threadneedle Street in the City of London, dated 1963. The image showcases the architectural detail of Sir Herbert Baker’s early 20th-century rebuilding, including the massive Corinthian columns, arched windows, and the prominent pediment featuring the “Lady of the Bank” sculpture. Below the balcony, a series of heroic allegorical statues stand above the ground floor’s rusticated stonework and grand bronze doors. The street scene is brought to life by the presence of a classic black Austin FX3 taxi cab and a person riding a vintage scooter, representing the urban transit of the era. This archival print is a magnificent record of Britain’s financial heart during the mid-century, making it an ideal resource for historians or to print for yourself as a piece of architectural wall art.