1967 Enamel Map of London Zoo
London Zoo - Enamel Map (1967)
Enamel and iron sign. Measures 92m x 61cm. Bespoke wood frame. Excellent in-situ condition, some loss to enamel near mounting holes.
This exceptionally rare enamel map of London Zoo is not dated but given the speed of development the Zoo underwent during this period, it dates 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 between the Reptile House and Aquarium entrance.
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 - Enamel Map (1967)
Enamel and iron sign. Measures 92m x 61cm. Bespoke wood frame. Excellent in-situ condition, some loss to enamel near mounting holes.
This exceptionally rare enamel map of London Zoo is not dated but given the speed of development the Zoo underwent during this period, it dates 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 between the Reptile House and Aquarium entrance.
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 - Enamel Map (1967)
Enamel and iron sign. Measures 92m x 61cm. Bespoke wood frame. Excellent in-situ condition, some loss to enamel near mounting holes.
This exceptionally rare enamel map of London Zoo is not dated but given the speed of development the Zoo underwent during this period, it dates 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 between the Reptile House and Aquarium entrance.
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.