Print of Two Men on a Bench, circa 1950
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Framed Print of Two men on a bench, c1950. Creator: Shirley Markham
Two men on a bench, c1950. Shirley Markham (1931-1999) studied Graphic Design and Illustration at Central School of Art in London from 1950-1952. The writer, artist, poet, and illustrator Mervyn Peake (1911-1968) was one of her tutors, and her style of drawing was also influenced by other British illustrators such as Edward Ardizzone, Quentin Blake and Edward Bawden. Markham spent time in the Dolomite Mountains in Italy, and also visited Rome, sketching classical buildings. After graduating from Central, she worked as a graphic designer, producing book illustrations, cartoons for comics, menus and programmes. She gave up her promising career however when she got married in 1957. Middle-class women at that time were expected to devote their energies to bringing up children and running the home, and despite her obvious talent, she lacked the confidence to return to illustration. Her portfolio remained in the family attic for many years, but now her work is published here for the first time. Heritage Images features heritage image collections. © Shirley Markham Collection / Heritage-Images
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Step back in time with our vintage Framed Print featuring two men engaging in a deep conversation on a park bench. This image, captured by acclaimed illustrator Shirley Markham in the 1950s, shows the simplicity and warmth of a bygone era. Markham's exceptional talent for observing human emotion is on full display in this timeless piece, making it an addition to any home or office space. Embrace the charm of the past with our Framed Print, a fusion of history and artistry.
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Photo Prints - Step back in time with this charming vintage photograph from the Media Storehouse collection. Taken in the 1950s by acclaimed photographer Shirley Markham, this image captures a moment of quiet reflection as two men sit on a bench, deep in conversation. Markham's keen eye for detail and ability to capture the essence of everyday life make this print a timeless addition to any home or office space. With its rich history and classic composition, this print is sure to be a conversation starter and a cherished piece of art in your collection.
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Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 fade resistant photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm 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: measurements provided are estimated outer dimensions, which include both the image and the frame. While we aim to keep sizing consistent, exact dimensions may vary slightly due to differences in print size or production requirements, which may result in a variation in the overall size (up to approximately 2.5cm (1"))
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 14.5cm (9.6" x 5.7")
Estimated Product Size is 36cm x 31cm (14.2" x 12.2")
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