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Lord Ashfield head of London Transport, opened the LCC Arts and Crafts Exhibition
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Lord Ashfield head of London Transport, opened the LCC Arts and Crafts Exhibition
Lord Ashfield head of London Transport, opened the LCC Arts and Crafts Exhibition at Charing Cross underground Station.
Photo shows, Lord Ashfield ( right ) and Mr Herbert Morrison, leader of the London County Council, examining an Elizabethan gown made by students of the LCC School of Arts and Crafts.
10 September 1936 Original caption from negative
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In this photograph taken on September 10,1936, we witness a moment of cultural significance as Lord Ashfield, the esteemed head of London Transport, inaugurates the LCC Arts and Crafts Exhibition at Charing Cross underground Station. Standing beside him is Mr Herbert Morrison, leader of the London County Council. The two influential figures are seen engrossed in examining an exquisite Elizabethan gown meticulously crafted by talented students from the renowned LCC School of Arts and Crafts. The image captures a fascinating intersection between artistry and authority during a time marked by social change and artistic innovation. Lord Ashfield's presence at this exhibition highlights his recognition of the importance of promoting arts within public spaces such as transport hubs. His collaboration with Mr Herbert Morrison signifies their shared commitment to fostering creativity within London's vibrant cultural landscape. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of how art can transcend boundaries and bring together individuals from different spheres to appreciate beauty and craftsmanship. It also offers us a glimpse into fashion trends prevalent during that era - an elegant Elizabethan gown symbolizing both historical reverence and contemporary design sensibilities. Preserved through time, this monochrome snapshot encapsulates not only the spirit of interwar Europe but also represents an invaluable piece in our collective visual history.
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