Poster Print : Seven girls on a Balham street, SW London
Poster Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
Seven girls on a Balham street, SW London
Seven girls in front of a wooden fence on a Balham street, SW London. Date: circa 1961
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Media ID 14224874
© The Paul Kaye Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
Balham Childhood Difference Fence Folding Sandals Socks Urchin Urchins Racial
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Introducing the captivating "Seven Girls on a Balham Street" print from Media Storehouse, exclusively sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online. This enchanting photograph, set in South West London circa 1961, captures a charming moment in time as seven girls gather around a wooden fence, their playful expressions and vibrant outfits adding a touch of nostalgia and joy. Bring this evocative image into your home or office as a stunning poster print, perfect for adding character to any space. Embrace the charm of the past with Media Storehouse's exquisite collection.
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 42.8cm x 42cm (16.9" 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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative photograph, seven young girls sit and play on the pavement of a quiet Balham street in South West London, circa 1961. The girls, dressed in simple yet charming outfits, display a range of expressions, from focused playfulness to shy smiles. The wooden fence behind them, with its weathered texture and peeling paint, adds a sense of timelessness to the scene. The girls, who represent the diversity of the community, are a testament to the innocence and joy of childhood in the 1960s. The youngest girl, seated on the lap of another, wears socks and sandals, while another girl folds a chair next to her, suggesting that they have set up a temporary play area on the pavement. The girls' attire, with their dresses and socks, reflects the era's fashion trends, while their sandals indicate the approach of warmer weather. This photograph captures a moment in time, frozen in history, and offers a glimpse into the past. It also highlights the racial and social differences that existed during the 1960s, yet shows how children, regardless of their backgrounds, could find joy and connection in the simplest of activities. The image is a poignant reminder of the universality of childhood experiences and the power of community, even in the most ordinary of settings. The wooden fence, with its intricate patterns and worn-out appearance, adds a sense of history and character to the photograph. It also serves as a physical barrier between the girls and the outside world, symbolizing the protective and nurturing role that communities play in shaping the lives of young children. Overall, this photograph is a beautiful and poignant representation of childhood in 1960s London, and a reminder of the simple joys and connections that can be found in everyday life.
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