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Antique Framed Print : Hitchin, Herts 1940S
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Hitchin, Herts 1940S
The corner of Bridge Street, Hitchin, Hertfordshire, where the speed limit for W.D. (War Department) vehicles is 15 m.p.h. A horse and cart keeps strictly to this limit
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Media ID 597505
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Corner Department Hertfordshire Herts Hitchin Hour Limit Miles Speed Strictly Vehicles
14"x12" (36x31cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, the Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 19.2cm (9.6" x 7.6")
Estimated Product Size is 36.3cm x 31.2cm (14.3" x 12.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
Step back in time to the 1940s with this print of Hitchin, Hertfordshire. The corner of Bridge Street comes alive with historical charm as we witness a scene straight out of wartime England. The sign indicating a speed limit of 15 miles per hour for War Department vehicles adds an air of strict regulation to the bustling street.
In the foreground, a horse and cart dutifully adhere to this limit, showcasing a bygone era where horsepower still reigned supreme on the roads. The juxtaposition of traditional transportation methods against the backdrop of modern war machinery creates a fascinating snapshot of life during this tumultuous period.
The architectural details and bustling activity on Bridge Street provide a glimpse into daily life in Hertfordshire during the 1940s. Every element in this image tells a story - from the cobblestone streets to the vintage vehicles passing by.
This print from Mary Evans Picture Library is not just a visual delight but also serves as a valuable piece of historical documentation. It transports us back in time and allows us to appreciate how much has changed while also reflecting on what remains timeless about our shared human experience.
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