Poster Print : Boys using bubble gum machine, Balham, SW London
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Boys using bubble gum machine, Balham, SW London
Boys using a bubble gum machine on a street in Balham, SW London. Date: circa 1961
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 14189575
© The Paul Kaye Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
Balham Bubble Childhood Confectionery Money Shorts Slot Sweets Urchin Urchins Vending
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Introducing the latest addition to our Media Storehouse range of Poster Prints: "Boys using bubble gum machine, Balham, SW London" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating vintage photograph transports us back in time to circa 1961, where we find boys in South West London eagerly interacting with a classic bubble gum machine. The image is filled with nostalgia and charm, making it an ideal addition to any home or office space. Our high-quality poster print is professionally produced using long-lasting materials, ensuring that the vibrant colors and intricate details of this cherished moment are preserved for years to come. Bring a touch of history and whimsy into your surroundings with this delightful 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 52.8cm (16.5" x 20.8")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this charming black-and-white photograph, a group of boys eagerly gather around an old-fashioned bubble gum machine on a bustling street in Balham, South West London, during the 1960s. The boys, dressed in shorts and looking full of excitement, reach out to insert their pennies into the slot of the vintage vending machine. The machine, adorned with colorful illustrations of cartoon characters, offers a tantalizing array of bubble gum flavors. The scene transports us back in time to an era of simpler pleasures, when a few pennies could buy a treat that brought hours of fun and enjoyment. The boys' expressions of anticipation and delight as they wait for their gum to dispense are a testament to the enduring appeal of sweets and the joy they bring to children. Balham, a vibrant and diverse neighborhood in London, is depicted in the background, with its busy shops and lively street scene adding to the sense of energy and excitement. The photograph captures a moment of innocent childhood joy, a snapshot of history that resonates with many of us who remember the simple pleasures of our own childhoods. This photograph is a precious reminder of a bygone era, a time when life moved at a slower pace, and the simple act of buying bubble gum from a machine on the street could bring so much happiness. It is a poignant and nostalgic image that invites us to reflect on the past and the enduring power of childhood memories.
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