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You spend eight hours on a traffic point and stagger back to the station. You flop
You spend eight hours on a traffic point and stagger back to the station. You flop onto a hard metal backed chair and say - " Guess what came across my traffic point today?".......... and no one believes you. - Picture taken 1935 in Footscray, Kent
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Media ID 10986006
© 2001 Topham Picturepoint
Crossing Road Directing Traffic Elephants
10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Experience the grit and determination of the past with our exclusive photographic print, "You spend eight hours on a traffic point and stagger back to the station. You flop" by Between The Wars from TopFoto. This evocative image captures the moment of relief and exhaustion as a traffic controller, after spending hours on duty, finally collapses onto a hard metal chair. The black and white photograph transports you back in time, offering a glimpse into the daily life of the past. Add this inspiring print to your collection and bring a piece of history into your home or office.
Printed on archival quality paper for unrivalled stable artwork permanence and brilliant colour reproduction with accurate colour rendition and smooth tones. Printed on professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper. 10x8 for landscape images, 8x10 for portrait images.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
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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In this print titled "You spend eight hours on a traffic point and stagger back to the station. You flop onto a hard metal backed chair and say - 'Guess what came across my traffic point today?'. . . . . . . . . . and no one believes you" we are transported back in time to 1935 in Footscray, Kent. The image captures an intriguing moment where an exhausted traffic officer, having spent his entire day directing vehicles amidst the bustling streets, finally finds solace at the station. As he collapses onto a rigid metal-backed chair, his weary expression tells of countless encounters with impatient drivers and chaotic intersections. But it is his words that pique our curiosity - "Guess what came across my traffic point today?" he exclaims. However, much to his dismay, nobody seems willing to believe him. The context surrounding this photograph adds another layer of intrigue as we learn that elephants were involved in this extraordinary event between the wars. Imagining these majestic creatures crossing roads under the watchful eye of a dedicated officer evokes both awe and disbelief. "Between The Wars" has masterfully captured this snapshot from history through their lens, allowing us to glimpse into a world long gone but not forgotten. This print serves as a reminder of the remarkable stories hidden within seemingly ordinary moments and invites us to reflect on how our own experiences may be met with skepticism or dismissed altogether by others who have not shared them firsthand.
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