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Antique Framed Print : 1st Bellevue Scout with can, South Africa
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1st Bellevue Scout with can, South Africa
A member of the 1st Bellevue Scout Troop of Johannesburg, South Africa, with a tin can
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Media ID 20160523
© Bubblepunk / The Scout Association
Activities Activity Bellevue Colonialism Johannesburg Troop Scout Scouting Scouts
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 17.6cm x 24.4cm (6.9" 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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1. Title: "A 1st Bellevue Scout with a Tin Can: A Snapshot of Scouting in Colonial South Africa" This evocative black-and-white photograph captures the image of a young Scout from the 1st Bellevue Troop, based in Johannesburg, South Africa. The Scout, dressed in the full uniform of the time, proudly holds a tin can in front of him, his expression radiating a sense of adventure and excitement. The setting is the great outdoors, with trees and foliage in the background, emphasizing the connection between Scouting and nature. Scouting was introduced to South Africa in 1907, just a few years after its inception in the United Kingdom. The movement quickly gained popularity, particularly among the white, English-speaking population. The 1st Bellevue Troop, established in 1911, was one of the earliest Scout groups in the country. Scouting provided an opportunity for boys to learn valuable life skills, such as camping, first aid, and woodcraft, while also promoting character development and citizenship. The use of a tin can in this photograph might seem mundane at first glance, but it is an essential symbol of Scouting's emphasis on resourcefulness and self-sufficiency. Scouts were encouraged to carry their belongings in tins, which could be used for various purposes, such as cooking or storing food. The tin can also represents the Scout's connection to the wider community, as they would often collect tins as part of their fundraising efforts. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, showcasing the spirit of adventure and camaraderie that defined Scouting in colonial South Africa. The 1st Bellevue Scout, with his tin can and proud uniform, stands as a testament to the enduring legacy of the Scout movement in the country.
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