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Poster Print : Faringdon Cattle Market CC97_02236
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Faringdon Cattle Market CC97_02236
MARKET PLACE, Faringdon, Oxfordshire. The cattle market underway, with the Salutation Inn to one side and the churchyard to the other. Faringdon was granted a market in 1218. Photographed by Henry Taunt in 1904
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Media ID 5108729
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Edwardian Live Stock People Public House
A1 (84.1 x 59.4cm) Poster Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse range of historic poster prints, featuring the captivating image "Faringdon Cattle Market CC97_02236" by Henry W Taunt from Historic England. This vintage photograph offers a glimpse into the past, transporting you to the bustling marketplace of Faringdon, Oxfordshire. Dating back to 1218, this marketplace was a significant hub of activity, and this image beautifully captures the scene with the Salutation Inn on one side and the churchyard on the other. Add a touch of history to your home or office with this stunning and authentic poster print.
A1 Poster (84.1 x 59.4cm, 33.1" x 23.4" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 76.9cm x 59.4cm (30.3" x 23.4")
Estimated Product Size is 84.1cm x 59.4cm (33.1" x 23.4")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print takes us back in time to the bustling scene of Faringdon Cattle Market in 1904. The market place is alive with activity as farmers, traders, and locals gather for this important event. Henry Taunt's keen eye captures the essence of a bygone era, where agriculture played a vital role in rural communities. In the foreground, we see an array of livestock being showcased for potential buyers. Farmers proudly present their cattle, sheep, and horses while engaging in animated conversations about prices and quality. The Salutation Inn stands tall on one side of the market square, its doors open wide to welcome weary souls seeking refreshment after a long day's work. On the other side lies the churchyard; a reminder that amidst all the commerce and trade, faith remains at the heart of this community. The juxtaposition between business and spirituality creates an intriguing contrast within this snapshot of history. Taunt's photograph not only documents a moment frozen in time but also offers us glimpses into Edwardian life. It reveals how public houses like The Salutation Inn served as social hubs where people gathered to exchange stories, share laughter or simply find solace from their daily struggles. As we admire this remarkable image today, let it transport us back to an era when agricultural markets were vibrant centers of economic activity and communal connection – reminding us that our past shapes our present while offering valuable insights into our shared heritage.
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