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Charles breaks off from sweeping the streets outside Buckingham Palace
Charles breaks off from sweeping the streets outside Buckingham Palace and soon has a bird eating granary bread out of his hand. Charles Lyons, gardening maintenance man and sweeper of the royal pavements around Buckingham palace, has built up an extraordinary relationship with the sparrows, starlings, thrushes and pigeons in the area. 9th June 1976
Alisdair MacDonald
Mirrorpix
London
England
WA*3286268
Media ID 21490280
© Mirrorpix
Broom Feeding Landmark Nature Pigeon Wildlife
10"x8" Mount with 8"x6" Print
Step into the past with our exquisite mounted photo from Memory Lane Prints, featuring the enchanting moment "Charles Breaks Off" by Alisdair MacDonald. Witness a rare and endearing scene of Prince Charles, as he pauses from his duties sweeping the streets outside Buckingham Palace, to share a moment of kindness with a bird, offering it a piece of granary bread. This beautifully preserved, mounted photo is a timeless addition to any home or office, evoking nostalgia and adding a touch of elegance and charm to your space. Experience the magic of Memory Lane Prints and bring this captivating moment into your world.
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 19.7cm (6" x 7.8")
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 photo print, taken on the 9th of June in 1976, we witness a heartwarming moment between Charles Lyons and a bird outside Buckingham Palace. As Charles takes a break from his sweeping duties, he finds himself surrounded by sparrows, starlings, thrushes, and pigeons that have become familiar faces to him over time. With granary bread in hand, Charles extends his palm towards one lucky bird who fearlessly lands upon it. The trust between man and nature is beautifully captured in this snapshot as they share an intimate connection amidst the bustling landmark. Charles Lyons is not just your average gardening maintenance man or sweeper of royal pavements; he has cultivated an extraordinary relationship with the wildlife surrounding Buckingham Palace. His dedication to caring for these creatures has earned him their loyalty and companionship. This photograph by Alisdair MacDonald transports us back to the vibrant atmosphere of the 1970s. The monochromatic tones add depth to the image while emphasizing the timeless bond formed between humans and animals. As we gaze at this remarkable scene frozen in time, let us appreciate how even within such grandeur surroundings like Buckingham Palace, simple acts of kindness can create profound connections with our natural world.
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