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Tramp on a Balham street, SW London
A tramp sitting on a bench in a Balham street in SW London. Date: circa 1960s
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Media ID 14224001
© The Paul Kaye Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
Aged Balham Belt Bench Pipe Scruffy Straggly Tramp Tramps Vagrant Vagrants
10"x8" Mount with 8"x6" Print
Step back in time with our captivating Mounted Photos from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring this evocative image of a tramp sitting on a bench in Balham, South West London. Captured in the 1960s, this poignant snapshot from Mary Evans Prints Online transports you to a bygone era. Each Mounted Photo is meticulously printed on premium quality paper and mounted on a sturdy backing board, ensuring a stunning display that adds character and charm to any room. Bring history to life in your home with this unique and intriguing piece.
Printed on 8"x6" paper and suitable for use in a 10"x8" frame (frame not included). Prints are mounted with card both front and back. Featuring a custom cut aperture to match chosen image. Professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper.
Photo prints supplied in custom cut card mount ready for framing
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 15.2cm x 18.1cm (6" x 7.1")
Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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In this evocative photograph taken in the 1960s, a middle-aged tramp sits contentedly on a bench in a quiet Balham street in South West London. The tramp, dressed in a scruffy coat, worn hat, and belted trousers, exudes an air of quiet resignation as he puffs on his pipe, his straggly beard framing his weathered face. The scene is one of simple, unadorned humanity, capturing a moment in time that speaks to the enduring resilience of the human spirit. The image transports us back to an era when life moved at a slower pace, and the everyday sights and sounds of the city were a constant source of fascination. The tramp, with his unkempt appearance and seemingly timeless demeanor, is a reminder of the diverse and often overlooked characters that populated the streets of London during this period. Despite the passage of time and the many changes that have since taken place in the city, this photograph retains a powerful sense of historical authenticity. It invites us to reflect on the past, to consider the lives of those who came before us, and to appreciate the rich tapestry of human experience that continues to unfold on the streets of London and beyond. This poignant snapshot of a moment in history is a testament to the power of photography to capture the essence of a place and its people, and to preserve it for future generations to discover and learn from. It is a reminder that, even in the midst of the hustle and bustle of urban life, there are moments of quiet beauty and profound humanity to be found, if only we take the time to look.
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