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Typical British Summer - Wrapped up warm on the beach
Typical British Summer scene - Two couples wrapped up warm on the beach braving it out in coats and hats. Possibly taken at Blackpool. Date: late 1930s
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Media ID 14258931
© Grenville Collins Postcard Collection / Tom Gillmor / Mary Evans
Coats Couples Girlfriends Husbands Overcoats Pairs Sand Trilby Typical Warm Wives Wrapped Boyfriends Braving
22"x18" (58x48cm) Modern Frame
Bring the charm of a typical British summer day to your home with our Framed Prints from Media Storehouse. This evocative image captures the spirit of the season, with two couples wrapped up warm in coats and hats, braving the cool breeze on the beach. Taken in the late 1930s, this nostalgic scene from Mary Evans Prints Online transports you back in time, making it a wonderful addition to any room. Our high-quality frames enhance the beauty of the print, ensuring that every detail is preserved for years to come.
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
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 39.6cm x 24.7cm (15.6" x 9.7")
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
1. Title: "Wrapped Up and Warm: A Typical British Summer at the Seaside, Late 1930s" In this evocative black-and-white photograph, two couples embrace the chill of a quintessential British summer day at the beach. Taken in the late 1930s, possibly at the popular seaside resort of Blackpool, the scene showcases the determination and camaraderie of these pairs as they braved the elements in their coats and hats. The women, dressed in long, elegant coats and trilby hats, protectively wrap their arms around their husbands or boyfriends. Their expressions suggest a sense of shared adventure and resilience, as they face the bracing winds and cool sand together. The men, too, are bundled up in overcoats and hats, their faces set in determined expressions. The image captures the spirit of a bygone era, when a day at the beach meant braving the elements rather than seeking refuge from them. The grainy texture of the photograph adds to its nostalgic charm, transporting us back to a time when socializing and making memories with loved ones took precedence over comfort and convenience. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the enduring appeal of the British seaside, even in the face of less-than-ideal weather conditions. It also serves as a testament to the strength and companionship of relationships, as these couples bravely weathered the elements together, creating cherished memories that would last a lifetime. The photograph is a valuable historical document, offering a glimpse into the social history of the 1930s and the traditions and customs of the time. It is a poignant reminder of the simple pleasures and enduring bonds that define the human experience.
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