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Framed Print : Skier takes a tumble on the beach at Amroth, Pembrokeshire, West Wales
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Skier takes a tumble on the beach at Amroth, Pembrokeshire, West Wales
Skier takes a tumble on the beach at Amroth, Pembrokeshire, West Wales, 20th February 1978
Western Mail Archive
Mirrorpix
Wales
WME_1978_02_Blizzard
Media ID 21757405
© Mirrorpix
Beaches Blizzard Cold Conditions Extreme Fall Falling Outdoor Leisure Activities Scene Season Severe Skier Skiing Winter 1978 Falls Tumble
22"x18" (58x48cm) Modern Frame
Add a touch of whimsy and nostalgia to your decor with our Framed Prints from Media Storehouse. This charming piece features an iconic image from the Western Mail Archive, captured on 20th February 1978 - a skier taking an unexpected tumble on the sandy shores of Amroth, Pembrokeshire, West Wales, from Memory Lane Prints. This unique print is a delightful reminder of unexpected adventures and the beauty of nature, making it a great addition to any room in your home or office.
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 25.7cm (15.6" x 10.1")
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.
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Captured in a moment of unexpected hilarity, this vintage print showcases a skier's misadventure on the sandy shores of Amroth Beach in Pembrokeshire, West Wales. Taken on the 20th of February 1978 during the frosty grip of winter, it perfectly encapsulates the extreme conditions and unpredictable weather that can be experienced even in coastal regions. As a blizzard raged on, transforming the beach into an unlikely skiing destination, this brave skier decided to take advantage of nature's whimsical offering. However, fate had other plans as they found themselves tumbling headfirst onto the soft sand. The scene captures both their fall and our collective amusement at witnessing such an unexpected spectacle. This snapshot from the past not only highlights outdoor leisure activities popular during that era but also serves as a reminder of how severe winters could be back then. It transports us back to simpler times when people embraced adventure regardless of weather conditions. Preserved by Western Mail Archive and now available through Memory Lane Prints, this photograph invites us to reflect upon moments where life surprises us with its twists and turns. Whether you're an avid skier or simply appreciate capturing memories frozen in time, this image is sure to spark conversations about resilience and finding joy amidst unforeseen circumstances.
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