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Fine Art Print : The Best-Kept Gardens contest for the Condercum Estate, Newcastle
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The Best-Kept Gardens contest for the Condercum Estate, Newcastle
The Best-Kept Gardens contest for the Condercum Estate, Newcastle. Tenants brought to light a new angle on gardening - how to make the A R P Anderson shelter a thing of beauty. This picture at the homes in Westholme Gardens shows how ot could be done.
11th August 1939
NCJ
NCJ Archive
Mirrorpix
Newcastle Upon Tyne
Tyne and Wear
England
Media ID 21641837
© Mirrorpix
Air Raid Precautions Air Raid Shelter Garden Gardening Air Raid
A2 (42x59cm) Fine Art Print
Discover the enchanting beauty of The Best-Kept Gardens contest at Condercum Estate, Newcastle, as captured in this exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse and Memory Lane Prints. Tenants transformed the A R P Anderson shelter into a stunning oasis, showcasing their unique gardening talents. Bring this captivating scene into your home and let the vibrant colors and intricate details transport you to this picturesque moment in time. A perfect addition to any room, this Fine Art Print is a celebration of creativity, community spirit, and the transformative power of nature.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.2cm x 42cm (20.9" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
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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The Best-Kept Gardens contest for the Condercum Estate, Newcastle showcased a unique approach to gardening during the 1930s. Tenants of the estate discovered a new angle on beautifying their surroundings by transforming the A R P Anderson shelter into an unexpected thing of beauty. This print captures one such example at Westholme Gardens. In anticipation of air raids and as part of their air raid precautions, residents ingeniously incorporated their shelters into their gardens. The image showcases how these once utilitarian structures were transformed into stunning garden features. Lush greenery surrounds the shelter, with vibrant flowers cascading down its sides, creating a picturesque scene that blends nature's splendor with wartime necessity. This snapshot from August 11th, 1939 not only highlights the resilience and creativity of individuals during World War II but also provides insight into life on the home front. Amidst uncertainty and fear, communities found solace in cultivating beautiful spaces amidst chaos. The photograph serves as a reminder of how ordinary people adapted to extraordinary circumstances during this tumultuous period in history. It stands as a testament to human ingenuity and determination to find beauty even in times of adversity. Preserved by Memory Lane Prints, this image offers us a glimpse into an era where war met horticulture - showcasing both our ability to adapt and our unwavering desire for beauty.
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