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Antique Framed Print : A child looking at a £22000 playground in Speke, Liverpool dubbed by local children
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A child looking at a £22000 playground in Speke, Liverpool dubbed by local children
A child looking at a £ 22000 playground in Speke, Liverpool dubbed by local children as " Speke Castle" which has been condemned by the National Playing Fields Association as grotesquely dangerous and only fit for demolition.
13th November 1974
Stephen Shakeshaft
Liverpool Post and Echo
Mirrorpix
Liverpool
England
Media ID 21695164
© Mirrorpix
Cities Graffiti Location Parks Places Playground Recreation Slide Suburbs
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 18.3cm (9.6" x 7.2")
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
This print captures a poignant moment in Speke, Liverpool during the 1970s. In the image, a young child stands in awe before what local children have affectionately named "Speke Castle" - a £22,000 playground that has become an integral part of their lives. However, this seemingly innocent scene takes on a darker undertone as we learn that this playground has been condemned by the National Playing Fields Association for its grotesque danger. The photograph beautifully juxtaposes the innocence of childhood with the harsh reality of neglect and potential harm. The child's wide-eyed gaze reflects both wonderment and curiosity about this forbidden place they are not allowed to enjoy fully. Graffiti adorns some parts of the structure, showcasing how even at such a tender age, these children have claimed ownership over their beloved play area. Stephen Shakeshaft's expert lens captures not only the physicality of this decaying playground but also its emotional significance within Speke's community. It serves as a reminder of how vital safe recreational spaces are for children growing up in cities like Liverpool during this era. As we delve into history through Memory Lane Prints' collection, let us reflect on how far we have come in prioritizing safety and well-being for our future generations while cherishing moments frozen in time like these.
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