Mappin Terraces, London Zoo 1966
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This authentic 1960s colour photograph captures a classic scene at London Zoo in Regent’s Park during 1966. The image features the famous Mappin Terraces, a massive tiered concrete structure designed to display animals in a more naturalistic, bar-less environment. A brown bear is visible on the rocky central outcrop, drawing the attention of a crowd of visitors lined up along the lower viewing gallery. The spectators, dressed in typical mid-sixties attire including smart overcoats and cardigans, lean against the blue metal railings to observe the wildlife. The scale of the artificial mountainside, with its various levels and enclosures, highlights the ambitious architectural style of the zoo’s historic exhibits. This digital download is a fascinating social and architectural record, perfect to print for yourself as a piece of nostalgic London wall art.
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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.
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