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Antique Framed Print : The Marchington Family outside the Post Office in Dove Holes
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The Marchington Family outside the Post Office in Dove Holes
Photograph of the Marchington family outside the Post Office which they ran in Dove Holes, Derbyshire, 1913. Mr. Marchington (centre of doorway) was thinking of emigrating to Toronto, Canada, like his brother. Between 1905 and 1913 a quarter of the population of Dove Holes, about 250 people, emigrated to Canada
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Brother Derbyshire Door Way Dove Emigrated Emigrating Holes Off Ice Population Quarter Thinking Toronto
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 21.8cm x 24.4cm (8.6" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 31.2cm x 36.3cm (12.3" x 14.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This poignant photograph captures the Marchington family standing proudly outside the Post Office in Dove Holes, Derbyshire in 1913. Mr. Marchington, positioned at the center of the doorway, appears deep in thought as he contemplates emigrating to Toronto, Canada like his brother had done before him.
During this time period between 1905 and 1913, a significant portion of Dove Holes' population made the life-changing decision to leave their homes and start anew in Canada. In fact, approximately a quarter of the town's residents - around 250 people - embarked on this journey for a better future.
The historical significance of this moment is palpable as we witness Mr. Marchington considering following in his brother's footsteps and taking that leap into an unknown land across the Atlantic Ocean. The sense of hope and uncertainty is evident on his face as he stands with his family by his side.
As we reflect on this snapshot frozen in time, we are reminded of the courage and resilience displayed by countless families who left behind everything they knew for a chance at a brighter tomorrow. The legacy of those who dared to dream beyond their borders lives on through images like these that capture a pivotal moment in history.
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