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The Watercress beds in Footscray, Kent cared for by Mr and Mrs Johnstone seen walking
The Watercress beds in Footscray, Kent cared for by Mr and Mrs Johnstone seen walking across the bridge.
1938
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Media ID 10985812
© John Topham / TopFoto.co.uk
Basket Collecting Couple Cultivation English Rural Life Farming Husband Picking Rural Life Water Wife Worker Water Cress
10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Step back in time with this beautiful vintage photograph from the Media Storehouse collection. Witness the dedication of Mr and Mrs Johnstone as they tend to their watercress beds in Footscray, Kent, capturing the essence of rural life in 1938. This exquisite black and white print by renowned photographer John Topham from TopFoto invites you to relive a moment in history and adds a touch of timeless charm to any space.
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.
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Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
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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 print captures a serene moment in English rural life during the 1930s. The image showcases the picturesque Watercress beds in Footscray, Kent, lovingly cared for by Mr. and Mrs. Johnstone. As they stroll across the bridge, their presence adds a touch of charm to this idyllic scene. The monochrome aesthetic beautifully emphasizes the simplicity and tranquility of this era between the wars. It transports us back to a time when nature played an essential role in people's lives, particularly in cultivating watercress. Men can be seen diligently farming while collecting and picking baskets full of fresh watercress. In this snapshot, we witness not only the hard work involved but also the strong bond shared by Mr. and Mrs. Johnstone as they undertake their daily tasks together. This couple exemplifies dedication and unity as they navigate through life side by side. John Topham's skillful composition allows us to appreciate both the beauty of nature and human connection within it. The photograph serves as a reminder of simpler times when individuals found solace in working with their hands on fertile lands. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece from TopFoto's collection, we are transported back to an era where rural life thrived amidst Europe's changing landscape during the twentieth century – a testament to our rich cultural heritage that should be cherished for generations to come.
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