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Tabby cat a071806
A tabby cat seated on the top of a freestanding board advertising the Picture Post and The Star outside a shop. Photograph taken by John Gay in Hampstead, London. Date range: January 1962 - May 1964
Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places
Media ID 695948
© Historic England
20"x20" (51x51cm) Metal Print
Bring the charm of the past into your home with our Media Storehouse Metal Print featuring Tabby cat a071806 by John Gay. This iconic photograph, taken in Hampstead, London between 1962 and 1964, captures a playful tabby cat seated atop a vintage shop sign advertising The Picture Post and The Star. Our high-quality metal prints are not only eye-catching but also durable, adding a unique and timeless touch to any room. Relive history with this captivating image and enhance your decor with a piece of photographic art that tells a story.
Your image is printed photographically and bonded to a 3.5mm thick, Dibond board (black polyethylene sandwiched between two sheets of white coated aluminium). The panel is then sealed with a gloss protective covering. Supplied complete with a wall mount which holds the print 10mm from the wall.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 46.1cm (20" x 18.1")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 50.8cm (20" x 20")
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 captures the essence of a bygone era, transporting us back to the bustling streets of Hampstead, London in the early 1960s. Perched confidently atop a freestanding board advertising two iconic publications - The Picture Post and The Star - is a charming tabby cat. Its piercing gaze hints at both curiosity and contentment as it surveys its surroundings. John Gay's keen eye for detail shines through in this composition, showcasing his talent for capturing everyday moments that often go unnoticed. The juxtaposition of the feline beauty against the backdrop of a shopfront adds an element of intrigue to this image. It invites us to ponder what lies beyond those glass windows – perhaps treasures waiting to be discovered or stories yearning to be told. The date range provided places this photograph within a specific timeframe, allowing us to appreciate it not only as an artistic piece but also as a historical document. As we admire this snapshot frozen in time, we are reminded of how much has changed since then: advancements in technology, shifts in societal norms, and even transformations within our own lives. In essence, John Gay's remarkable photograph serves as more than just an ode to an adorable tabby cat; it encapsulates the spirit of an era long gone while evoking nostalgia and prompting reflection on our ever-evolving world.
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