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Poster Print : Crossing the pond CC73_01138
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Crossing the pond CC73_01138
EWELME, Oxfordshire. A young man with a horse and cart, laden with a barrel, crossing the village pond. Probably the water carrier. Photographed by Henry Taunt sometime between 1860 and 1922
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Media ID 5108723
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A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Introducing the captivating "Crossing the Pond CC73_01138" poster print by Henry W. Taunt from Historic England's extensive collection. This beautifully preserved photograph, taken between 1860 and 1922 in Ewelme, Oxfordshire, captures a young man skillfully navigating his horse and cart through the village pond, likely on a delivery run as the water carrier. The rich detail and authenticity of this image transport you back in time, making it a stunning addition to any home or office space. Bring history to life with this exquisite poster print from Media Storehouse.
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.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 55.8cm x 42cm (22" 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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This print titled "Crossing the pond CC73_01138" by Henry W Taunt takes us on a nostalgic journey to rural Oxfordshire in the late 19th or early 20th century. The image showcases a young man skillfully maneuvering his horse-drawn cart across the village pond, laden with a hefty barrel. It is believed that he was the water carrier, responsible for supplying this quaint community with its essential resource. The scene exudes tranquility as we witness this everyday task unfolding against the backdrop of idyllic countryside charm. The horse's powerful presence adds an air of strength and reliability to this timeless tableau. As they traverse through shallow waters, ripples gently disturb the surface, reflecting both man and beast in perfect harmony. Henry Taunt's expert composition captures not only the practicality but also the beauty inherent in such simple moments of rural life. His lens transports us back to an era where reliance on nature's resources was paramount, reminding us of our deep connection to land and water. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of how communities once thrived by working together harmoniously amidst picturesque landscapes. It invites contemplation about our own relationship with nature today and encourages appreciation for those who came before us, shaping their lives around these fundamental elements: horses, ponds, people - all intertwined within this snapshot frozen in time.
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