Antique Framed Print : Postman delivers a letter to two children
Framed Photos from Mary Evans Picture Library
Postman delivers a letter to two children
A postman delivers a letter to two children and their dog. Date: c.1920
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Media ID 14415269
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Correspondence Delivering Earnshaw Harold Jan17 Kids Letter Letters Postman Sack Delivery
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 18cm x 24.4cm (7.1" 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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
A Moment of Anticipation: A Postman Delivers a Letter to Two Excited Children and Their Dog (circa 1920) In this charming black-and-white photograph, a postman named Harold Earnshaw, clad in his distinctive uniform, approaches two young children as they eagerly await the arrival of their mail. The children, dressed in their Sunday best, stand on the front porch of their quaint, white house, their eyes fixed on the postman's sack. Their dog, a loyal companion, sits at their feet, its ears perked up in anticipation. The postman, a familiar figure in the community, delivers correspondence with a friendly smile and a kind word. In this moment, he brings more than just letters and parcels; he brings news, excitement, and connection. The children's faces light up with joy as they reach out to take their letters, their hands trembling with excitement. The dog, sensing the excitement, joins in the celebration, wagging its tail and barking happily. This image captures the simple pleasure of receiving mail and the special bond between the postman, the children, and their faithful dog. It is a reminder of a time when letters were a cherished form of communication, and the postman was a beloved figure in the community. The photograph, taken circa 1920, is a precious snapshot of a bygone era, filled with warmth, nostalgia, and the enduring power of human connection.
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