1967 Enamel Map of London Zoo (Framed)
London Zoo Regent’s Park - Enamel Map (1967)
Enamel and iron sign. Measures 92m x 61cm. Mounted on board and presented in bespoke wood frame. Excellent in-situ condition.
This exceptionally rare enamel map of London Zoo is not dated but given the speed of development the Zoo underwent during this period, it can be dated to around 1967: After the opening of the Charles Clore Pavillion for Mammals (1967) but before construction had begun on the Michael Sobell Pavillion for Apes and Monkeys (1969). Thanks to the helpful ‘You Are Here’ arrow, we know that this sign was displayed at the northern exit onto Prince Albert Road.
London Zoo, originally named ‘Zoological Society of London’ is set within Regents Park in the City of Westminster. Opening in 1828, London Zoo is the oldest Zoo in the world.
Despite the dire financial crisis in the late 1960s, London Zoo saw significant financial investment with four major construction projects within 5 years. This speed of change must have caused a headache for those responsible for wayfinding signage. The need to continually update the site maps might explain why these enamel maps are so rare as they moved towards more disposal media.
London Zoo Regent’s Park - Enamel Map (1967)
Enamel and iron sign. Measures 92m x 61cm. Mounted on board and presented in bespoke wood frame. Excellent in-situ condition.
This exceptionally rare enamel map of London Zoo is not dated but given the speed of development the Zoo underwent during this period, it can be dated to around 1967: After the opening of the Charles Clore Pavillion for Mammals (1967) but before construction had begun on the Michael Sobell Pavillion for Apes and Monkeys (1969). Thanks to the helpful ‘You Are Here’ arrow, we know that this sign was displayed at the northern exit onto Prince Albert Road.
London Zoo, originally named ‘Zoological Society of London’ is set within Regents Park in the City of Westminster. Opening in 1828, London Zoo is the oldest Zoo in the world.
Despite the dire financial crisis in the late 1960s, London Zoo saw significant financial investment with four major construction projects within 5 years. This speed of change must have caused a headache for those responsible for wayfinding signage. The need to continually update the site maps might explain why these enamel maps are so rare as they moved towards more disposal media.
London Zoo Regent’s Park - Enamel Map (1967)
Enamel and iron sign. Measures 92m x 61cm. Mounted on board and presented in bespoke wood frame. Excellent in-situ condition.
This exceptionally rare enamel map of London Zoo is not dated but given the speed of development the Zoo underwent during this period, it can be dated to around 1967: After the opening of the Charles Clore Pavillion for Mammals (1967) but before construction had begun on the Michael Sobell Pavillion for Apes and Monkeys (1969). Thanks to the helpful ‘You Are Here’ arrow, we know that this sign was displayed at the northern exit onto Prince Albert Road.
London Zoo, originally named ‘Zoological Society of London’ is set within Regents Park in the City of Westminster. Opening in 1828, London Zoo is the oldest Zoo in the world.
Despite the dire financial crisis in the late 1960s, London Zoo saw significant financial investment with four major construction projects within 5 years. This speed of change must have caused a headache for those responsible for wayfinding signage. The need to continually update the site maps might explain why these enamel maps are so rare as they moved towards more disposal media.
