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Canvas Print : Eight hours at the beach by John Leech 1875
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Eight hours at the beach by John Leech 1875
Victorian men, women and children enjoying a day at the beach. Date: 1875
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Media ID 20158703
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Bubblepunk
1875 Bathing Crowded Crowds Excursion Hours Huts Leech Trip Victorians
20"x16" (50x40cm) Canvas Print
Bask in the charm of the past with our exquisite Media Storehouse Canvas Print of "Eight Hours at the Beach" by John Leech, available through Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating Victorian-era image transports you to a time when a day at the beach was a cherished pastime. Witness the joy and relaxation as men, women, and children engage in various seaside activities, from building sandcastles to taking a leisurely stroll along the shoreline. Bring this beautiful piece of history into your home and add a touch of timeless elegance to any room. Order your Media Storehouse Canvas Print today and let the memories of a simpler time unfold before your eyes.
Ready to hang Premium Gloss Canvas Print. Our archival quality canvas prints are made from Polyester and Cotton mix and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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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is a captivating Victorian-era photograph by John Leech, captured in the year 1875. The image transports us back in time to an idyllic summer day by the seaside, where men, women, and children revel in the joy and leisure of a day spent at the beach. The scene is filled with a vibrant and crowded mix of Victorian society, all gathered to enjoy the simple pleasures of the seaside. The sandy beach is dotted with colorful bathing huts, providing privacy and shelter from the sun for those taking a dip in the sea. Nearby, families and friends sit together on blankets, enjoying a picnic or engaging in lively conversations. In the foreground, a group of men operate a large, mechanical bathing machine, helping women and children down the steps and into the water. The machine, a popular innovation of the time, allowed for a more dignified and private means of entering the sea. The day is filled with laughter and joy, as children play in the shallows and couples stroll along the shoreline, hand in hand. The scene is a testament to the importance of leisure time and the simple pleasures of a seaside excursion during the Victorian era. The image captures the essence of a day spent at the beach, filled with relaxation, fun, and the company of loved ones. With the sun shining bright in the sky, the day stretches out before them, offering eight hours of pure enjoyment and memories to last a lifetime.
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