| SIR BASIL SPENCE Views of buildings designed by famous architect Sir Basil Spence. | ||
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| Catalog #: | 23335 | |
| Clip Number: | 23335-3 | |
| Orginal Film: | UN 4683 A | |
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| Location: | Various | |
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| Audio: | No | |
| Color: | Yes | |
| Headings: | ARCHITECTURE: Famous Architects | |
| Description: | Shots of British Embassy in Porta Pia, Rome, Italy Various shots of building and surrounding area - very modern building. VS of Spence and Keeffe talking. Various shots of building, with fountains and showing its design and architecture in context amongst older buildings. Most shots of buildings are clear of Spence and Keeffe. The design is very modern and square - no curves in sight. Various shots of the Chelsea Cavalry Barracks in Knightsbridge, London - another building designed by Spence. Includes shots of Spence talking to interviewer (they are still talking in Rome). Quick shot of stained glass window in Coventry Cathedral. Various shots of another building designed by Spence - possibly Falmer House, University of Sussex. More shots of architect in Rome. | |
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