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Antique Framed Print : Male customers take advantage of the new gaming and betting act which makes it legal to play cards
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Male customers take advantage of the new gaming and betting act which makes it legal to play cards
Male customers take advantage of the new gaming and betting act which makes it legal to play cards, draughts and dominoes for a small stake of money. Pictured is the first legal card game at the Old Bull and Bush public house in Hampstead, London, England
3 January 1961
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Media ID 11320754
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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 20cm (9.6" x 7.9")
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
In this vintage photo, we are transported back to the year 1961, witnessing a significant moment in history. Male customers at the renowned Old Bull and Bush public house in Hampstead, London, England gather around a table for what is believed to be the first legal card game after the implementation of the new gaming and betting act. With smiles on their faces and anticipation in their eyes, these men take full advantage of this newfound freedom to indulge in games such as cards, draughts, and dominoes while placing small wagers. The atmosphere is filled with excitement as they engage in friendly competition amidst pints of ale. The image perfectly captures an era when socializing at pubs was not only about enjoying drinks but also about engaging in traditional pastimes that brought people together. Cribbage seems to be one of the preferred games being played here; its intricate rules adding an extra layer of challenge and strategy. This photograph serves as a reminder of how legislation can shape our leisure activities and bring joy into our lives. It symbolizes a turning point where long-standing traditions were finally embraced within legal boundaries. As we gaze upon this snapshot frozen in time by TopFoto. co. uk's lens, we cannot help but appreciate how it encapsulates both nostalgia for simpler times and progress towards more inclusive recreational opportunities for all.
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