Metal Print : Children with sketchbook on a Balham street, SW London
Metal Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
Children with sketchbook on a Balham street, SW London
A group of children looking through a sketchbook in front of a wooden fence on a Balham street, SW London. Date: circa 1961
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 14189589
© The Paul Kaye Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
Balham Boots Childhood Drawings Fence Hood Patterned Sketchbook Urchin Urchins Wellies Wellington Wellingtons Zips
20"x16" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Bring a touch of nostalgia into your home with our Media Storehouse Metal Prints featuring this charming image of children engrossed in their sketchbook on a Balham street in South West London, circa 1961. This vintage photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, is now available in high-quality metal print format. The glossy, vibrant finish of the metal print adds depth and dimension to the image, making it a stunning addition to any room. Preserve precious memories or add a unique, artistic touch to your decor with this beautiful, rights-managed print.
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 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This charming photograph captures a moment of innocent joy and creativity in the heart of Balham, South West London, circa 1961. A group of children huddle around a worn-out sketchbook, their eyes fixed on the pages filled with their artistic creations. The wooden fence behind them serves as a backdrop, its intricate pattern adding a touch of elegance to the scene. The children, dressed in coats with hoods and boots with zippers or wellingtons, embody the essence of 1960s childhood. Their expressions of concentration and excitement are priceless, as they share their drawings with one another. The sense of community and camaraderie is palpable, making this image a poignant reminder of a simpler time. The scene on this Balham street is a snapshot of history, capturing the everyday lives of children in the 1960s. The children's urchin-like appearance, with their messy hair and casual attire, adds to the authenticity of the image. The wooden fence, with its worn-out texture and intricate pattern, stands as a testament to the passage of time. This photograph is a beautiful representation of childhood, art, and community, and serves as a reminder of the simple joys of growing up. The children's focus on their sketchbook, their shared laughter, and the wooden fence that frames the scene, all come together to create a timeless image that continues to captivate and inspire.
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