Framed Print : Central Stores, Fordham, Cambridgeshire
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Central Stores, Fordham, Cambridgeshire
Central Stores, Fordham, Ely, near Soham, Cambridgeshire, England. Date: 1910s
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Media ID 14199211
© The Wentworth Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
22"x18" (58x48cm) Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating Central Stores print from our Media Storehouse Framed Prints collection. This exquisite image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you back in time to the 1910s in Fordham, Cambridgeshire, near Ely and Soham, England. The Central Stores building, a testament to the region's rich history, stands proudly in this evocative photograph. Each framed print is meticulously crafted with a focus on preserving the authenticity and beauty of the original image. Experience the charm of the past right in your own home with this stunning addition to your decor.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 16x12 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 22x18 inches (58x48cm). 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: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 39.6cm x 24.9cm (15.6" x 9.8")
Estimated Product Size is 57.9cm x 47.8cm (22.8" x 18.8")
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 evocative photograph, the Central Stores building in the quaint village of Fordham, near Ely, Cambridgeshire, England, stands proudly against the backdrop of a tranquil rural landscape. Dating back to the 1910s, this historic structure, with its red-brick facade and tall, arched windows, has long been a cherished part of the local community. The Central Stores was not a commercial enterprise but rather a cooperative store, established to provide essential goods and services to the residents of Fordham and the surrounding areas. The cooperative movement was a powerful force in rural England during the early 20th century, offering farmers and laborers a means to pool their resources and buy goods at lower prices than they could individually. The photograph captures the essence of a bygone era, with horse-drawn carts and wagons lining the narrow, cobblestone street outside the store. The horses, their coats glistening with rainwater, seem to be waiting patiently for their owners to finish their errands. The scene is further enhanced by the lush greenery and the vibrant colors of the flowers and foliage that adorn the windowsills and doorways of the neighboring houses. As we gaze at this image, we are transported back in time, to a simpler, more community-focused way of life. The Central Stores in Fordham serves as a poignant reminder of the rich history and traditions that continue to shape the English countryside.
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