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Metal Print : Children playing in a pond in 1914 CC71_00076
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Children playing in a pond in 1914 CC71_00076
BARRACKS LANE, Cowley, Oxford, Oxfordshire. Children playing in the sheep-washing pool on a hot summers day. Photographed by Henry Taunt in 1914
Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places
Media ID 1676757
© Historic England
Child Hood Leisure People Play Pond Recreation
15"x10" (38x25cm) Metal Print
Step back in time with Media Storehouse's Metal Prints featuring the enchanting image of children playing in a pond from Historic England. Taken in 1914 by renowned photographer Henry Taunt at Barracks Lane, Cowley, Oxford, Oxfordshire, this timeless photograph captures a moment of pure joy and innocence. Our high-quality Metal Prints bring out the vibrant colors and intricate details of this cherished image, making it a stunning addition to any home or office decor. Relive history and create a unique conversation piece with this beautiful piece of photographic art.
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 Product Size is 38.1cm x 25.4cm (15" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This photo print, taken by the talented Henry Taunt in 1914, transports us back to a simpler time. Nestled within the idyllic surroundings of Barracks Lane in Cowley, Oxfordshire, a group of children find respite from the scorching summer heat by frolicking in a pond. Their innocent laughter echoes through the air as they splash and play with pure abandon. In this snapshot frozen in time, we witness childhood at its finest - carefree and full of wonder. The sheep-washing pool serves as their personal oasis, offering relief from both the sweltering temperatures and everyday worries that seem so distant now. These young souls embrace leisurely moments with unadulterated joy, reminding us all to cherish life's simplest pleasures. As we gaze upon this remarkable image today, it serves as a poignant reminder of how recreation has evolved over time. In an era before smartphones and video games dominated our attention spans, children found solace outdoors amidst nature's beauty. This photograph encapsulates an era when imagination thrived without digital distractions; where friendships were forged through shared adventures rather than virtual connections. Henry Taunt's lens captures not just a scene but an entire epoch - one filled with innocence and boundless energy. It invites us to reflect on our own childhood memories while inspiring future generations to seek joy beyond screens and embrace the world around them.
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