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Poster Print : Whitestone Pond, Hampstead Heath a071818
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Whitestone Pond, Hampstead Heath a071818
WHITESTONE POND, Hampstead Heath, London. View of a boy lying down on the edge of the pond with his hand holding a model yacht on the water. Also, another boy behind him wearing Wellington boots stands on one leg in the water. Date range January 1962 - May 1964. John Gay
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Media ID 460649
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Boat Child Hood Leisure People Play Pond Recreation Water
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Introducing the captivating Whitestone Pond Poster Print from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring the evocative artwork "Whitestone Pond, Hampstead Heath a071818" by John Gay from Historic England. This stunning poster transportes you to the serene atmosphere of Hampstead Heath in London, with its iconic pond shimmering under the sun. A young boy lies on the grassy bank, his hand gently cradling a model yacht on the water's surface. This beautiful, timeless image is sure to add character and charm to any room, making it an exquisite addition to your personal collection or an enchanting gift for loved ones. Immerse yourself in the tranquility of nature with this exquisite Whitestone Pond Poster Print.
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 42cm x 42.2cm (16.5" x 16.6")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
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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This evocative photograph captures the carefree spirit of childhood at Whitestone Pond on Hampstead Heath in London. Dated between January 1962 and May 1964, the image shows two boys immersed in a simple yet delightful moment of leisure. The foreground boy lies down on the grassy bank, his hand gently holding onto a model yacht as it sails calmly on the still water. His expression is one of deep concentration, focused on the miniature vessel he has crafted and set sail. Behind him, a second boy stands in the shallow water, wearing Wellington boots and balancing on one leg. His gaze is fixed on the boy with the yacht, a look of admiration and excitement on his face. The water around them reflects the surrounding trees and sky, adding depth and texture to the scene. The tranquility of the pond and the boys' playful interaction create a timeless image that speaks to the universal experience of childhood and the joy of spending a day outdoors. The natural beauty of Hampstead Heath provides the perfect backdrop for their simple pleasures, reminding us of the importance of cherishing moments of relaxation and connection with nature and each other.
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