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Farewell Son
19th September 1925: Call boy Alfred Ayre waves goodbye to his mother at Waterloo train station, London, to take up his contract in America. (Photo by MacGregor/Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)
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Media ID 19075487
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Step into history with our captivating 'Farewell Son' poster print from Media Storehouse's Fine Art Storehouse collection. This evocative black-and-white photograph by MacGregor captures a poignant moment in time: Alfred Ayre, a call boy, bids farewell to his mother at Waterloo train station in London, as he sets off to fulfill his contract in America on September 19, 1925. This stunning print, sourced from the Topical Press Agency/Getty Images archive, is a testament to the human spirit and the enduring power of a mother's love. Bring history into your home or office with this exquisite piece of photographic art.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 56.4cm x 42cm (22.2" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
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 photograph, taken on the 19th of September 1925 at Waterloo train station in London, we witness a poignant farewell between a young man and his mother. The image captures the emotional moment as Alfred Ayre, a call boy, prepares to embark on an incredible journey across the Atlantic to fulfill his contract in America. The composition is beautifully framed in landscape format, allowing us to fully immerse ourselves in the scene. The stark contrast of light and shadow adds depth and intensity to the image, emphasizing both the anticipation and sadness that permeate this farewell. Alfred stands tall with determination while clutching his suitcase tightly, ready to embrace new opportunities awaiting him overseas. His mother's face reveals a mix of pride for her son's brave endeavor but also heartache at their imminent separation. Their eyes meet one last time before he boards the train; it is a fleeting connection filled with unspoken words. This photograph not only captures a significant historical moment but also evokes universal emotions of love, sacrifice, and longing. It serves as a timeless reminder of human resilience and our innate desire for exploration beyond borders. MacGregor's masterful photography skillfully immortalizes this bittersweet farewell forever etched into history. As we gaze upon this print from Fine Art Storehouse today, we are transported back in time to witness an intimate glimpse into one family's story amidst an era defined by change and possibility.
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