Antique Framed Print : Rovers at Scout Park, Ghana, West Africa
Framed Photos from Mary Evans Picture Library
Rovers at Scout Park, Ghana, West Africa
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Media ID 14166464
© Mary Evans / The Scout Association
Activities Activity Camping Ghana Rovers Tent Tents 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 24.4cm x 17.8cm (9.6" x 7")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Rovers at Scout Park, Ghana, West Africa" is an evocative and historic photograph that captures the essence of Scouting in its purest form. The image, taken in the late 1960s or early 1970s, depicts a group of Rovers, the senior section of the Scout Movement, gathered around a campfire at Scout Park in Ghana, West Africa. The Rovers, dressed in their distinctive uniforms, are engaged in an animated discussion, their faces illuminated by the warm glow of the fire. In the background, several tents are pitched, their fabric flaps billowing gently in the breeze. The lush greenery of the park surrounds the campsite, with trees providing a canopy of shade during the day and a stunning backdrop for the evening campfire. The gold coast of Ghana, with its beautiful beaches and diverse wildlife, is reflected in the water behind the Rovers, adding to the sense of adventure and discovery. Scouting has a rich history in Ghana, with the movement having been established in the country in the early 1930s. The Rovers section, in particular, played an important role in the development of the Scout Movement in Ghana, with many of its members going on to become leaders and community figures. The photograph is a testament to the enduring appeal of Scouting and the outdoors, and the sense of camaraderie and adventure that it provides, regardless of where in the world one may be. The Rovers at Scout Park in Ghana are a reminder of the global nature of Scouting and the importance of the outdoors as a place for personal growth and development. The photograph is a valuable historical record of a time when Scouting was at its most authentic and unpretentious, and a reminder of the enduring appeal of the Scout Movement and its commitment to providing young people with opportunities for adventure, learning, and personal growth.
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