John Piper
1 portrait of John Piper
© Jitendra Arya; Camera Press
John Piper
by Jitendra Arya, for Camera Press: London: UK
bromide press print, 1953
6 1/2 in. x 4 7/8 in. (165 mm x 125 mm) image size
Transferred from Evening Standard Library, before 1983
Photographs Collection
NPG x184034
Sitterback to top
- John Egerton Christmas Piper (1903-1992), Artist and writer. Sitter in 59 portraits, Artist or producer of 1 portrait.
Artistsback to top
- Jitendra Arya (1931-2011), Photographer and national chief photo editor at 'The Times of India'. Artist or producer associated with 4 portraits.
- Camera Press: London: UK, Photographers. Artist or producer associated with 102 portraits.
Events of 1953back to top
Current affairs
A combination of low pressure in the North Sea, hurricane force winds, and high tides result in the Great Flood of 1953. With no warning system many were trapped in their homes as 20-foot waves crashed on the coast; hundreds were killed at sea and on the east coast.John Hunt's British Expedition conquers Everest. News of the achievement reached Britain on the day of Elizabeth's coronation.
Art and science
Frances Crick and James Watson discover the double helix structure of DNA. Uncovering DNA's chemical make-up revolutionised our understanding of the building blocks of life.Ian Fleming publishes his first James Bond novel, Casino Royal.
Chad Varah founds 'The Samaritans' helpline.
International
Joseph Stalin dies four days after suffering a stroke. It has been suggested that Stalin was assassinated, as he was denied medical assistance for over a day after he was found; many suspect that he was poisoned. On his death Georgy Malenkov became leader of the Soviet Union.Comments back to top
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