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Framed Print : Every hundred yards or so down the A3 motorists find themselves being thumbed for a lift
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Every hundred yards or so down the A3 motorists find themselves being thumbed for a lift
Every hundred yards or so down the A3 motorists find themselves being thumbed for a lift - the goal of hundreds of pop fan hitch hikers is the Isle of Wight, and the A3 is the route to the mammoth pop festival.
August 1970
Eric Piper
mirrorpix
Hertfordshire
United Kingdom
WA*3242919
Media ID 21528192
© Mirrorpix
Bags Core76 Festival Hippies Hippy Hitch Hiking Lorry Seventies Travelling Truck Young 1970 Hitch Hiker
14"x12" (38x32cm) Modern Frame
"Step into the vibrant world of Eric Piper's iconic artwork, 'Every hundred yards or so down the A3 motorists find themselves being thumbed for a lift.' Part of the Memory Lane Prints collection, this captivating framed print brings the nostalgic spirit of the past to life. Transporting you back to the era of pop music hitchhiking and road trips, this unique piece is a must-have for music enthusiasts and art collectors alike. The high-quality print is expertly framed, ensuring a stunning display in any home or office. Experience the excitement and adventure of a bygone era with every glance at this eye-catching masterpiece."
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (38x32cm). 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 17.1cm x 24.4cm (6.7" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 32.5cm x 37.6cm (12.8" x 14.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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In this print captured by Eric Piper in August 1970, the bustling A3 road becomes a lifeline for hundreds of enthusiastic pop fans on their pilgrimage to the Isle of Wight. Every hundred yards or so along this iconic route, motorists find themselves encountering eager hitchhikers with outstretched thumbs, hoping for a lift to the mammoth pop festival. The image exudes an unmistakable sense of youthful energy and adventure. Clad in vibrant clothing that epitomizes the fashion trends of the era, these free-spirited hitchhikers proudly display their individuality as they eagerly await their next ride. Their bags slung over shoulders suggest both practicality and a nomadic spirit ready to embrace new experiences. Amidst the sea of young faces lies an underlying camaraderie shared among these music-loving souls. The festival serves as a unifying force, bringing together people from all walks of life who are united by their love for music and desire to be part of something extraordinary. As we gaze upon this snapshot frozen in time, we can almost hear the distant melodies drifting through open truck windows while trucks laden with equipment rumble past. It is a moment that encapsulates not only an era but also captures the essence of youth culture at its most vibrant – where freedom, self-expression, and communal celebration intertwine harmoniously on this journey towards musical bliss.
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