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Step back in time with images from celebrated Picture Post photographer, Bert Hardy

Step back in time with Bert Hardy's captivating images.  Hardy was one of Britain's most celebrated photojournalists. Fine Art Storehouse proudly presents an extensive collection of Hardy's work, offering a unique glimpse into mid-20th century Britain through the lens of this remarkable artist.  Bert Hardy's journey from humble beginnings to photographic greatness is a testament to his talent and perseverance. Born in London, he rose from a lab assistant to become a renowned photographer, leaving an indelible mark on British photojournalism.  Hardy's distinctive style shines through in his work for Picture Post magazine (1941-1957), where he captured the essence of life in England during and after World War II. His ability to connect with his subjects resulted in intimate, authentic portrayals of everyday people and historic moments.

Explore the Bert Hardy Collection today and discover why his work continues to captivate audiences worldwide. These photographs are more than just images – they're windows into a pivotal era of British history, captured by one of its most talented chroniclers.

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Blackpool Railings

Gorbals Street

A Quiet Read

Glaswegian Pub

Gorbals Barman

Gorbals area of Glasgow; Two young boys walking along a street in 1948

Tour De France, August 1951

Life in the Lambeth Walk

Life in the Lambeth Walk

Life in the Lambeth Walk

Life in the Lambeth Walk

Life in the Lambeth Walk

Life in the Lambeth Walk

Life in the Lambeth Walk

Life in the Lambeth Walk

Life in the Lambeth Walk

Life in the Lambeth Walk

Life in the Lambeth Walk

Life in the Lambeth Walk

Life in the Lambeth Walk, Burroughs Eel & Pie House

Life in the Lambeth Walk

Life in the Lambeth Walk

Snack Time

The Feathers

The Feathers Pub

Scrubbing Flagstones

Panda Photographer

Land Girls

Playful Panda

Panda Photo

Peter And The Panda

Tunnel Shelter

Ramsgate Tunnel

Looking At Damage

Repair Gang

Comic Share

Street Life

Liverpool Cathedral

Liverpool Butcher

Liverpool Street

Liver Building

Liverpool Street

Preparing To Dive

Village Cinema

Track Inspectors

Housing In Liverpool

Liverpool Chinese

Chinese Men In Liverpool

London Husbands Hostel

London Husbands Hostel

London Husbands Hostel

London Husbands Hostel

London Husbands Hostel

Liverpool From The Adelphi

Underground Shelter

Underground Shelter

Liverpool Street Scene

A Liverpool Street Corner, 1940

Pioneer Camp

Pioneer Camp

Submarine Cooking

Bombed Out

Chicken Joe

Chicken Joe

Homeless East Londoners

East End At War

East End At War

Bombed-Out East Londoners

Bombed-Out East Londoners

Seeking Shelter

Bombed-Out East Londoners

Leaving For The Country

Bombed-Out East Londoners

Air Raid Salvage

Bombed-Out East Londoners

East End At War

Left At Home

Old Lady Shelters

Bombed East End

In Wrecked House

Leaving Town

Work As Usual

East Enders

Cooking On Range



As Hardy himself said, "The ideal picture tells something of the essence of life". 

Now you can own a piece of this essence, beautifully preserved and ready to inspire for generations to come.

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