Poster Print : Children wedding has police guard: Police guard for child bride wearing Pilkington

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Children wedding has police guard: Police guard for child bride wearing Pilkington

Children wedding has police guard: Police guard for child bride wearing Pilkington heirloom. Groom Chris Beigan aged 8. Bride Helen Hill aged 8. March 1970

WATFORD
Mirrorpix

Media ID 21356874

© Mirrorpix

Ceremonial Attire Jewellery Police Security

A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print

Step back in time with our vintage poster print from Memory Lane Prints, featuring the captivating image "Children Wedding Has Police Guard: Police Guard for Child Bride Wearing Pilkington" by Mirrorpix. This intriguing photograph, taken in March 1970 (70-6790-002), captures the moment of a young bride and groom, Chris Beigan and Helen Hill, both aged 8, as they exchange vows under the watchful eye of a police guard. Transport yourself to another era with this unique and thought-provoking poster print, perfect for adding character and conversation to any room in your home or office.

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 42.9cm (16.5" x 16.9")

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 print from Memory Lane Prints, we are transported back to the year 1970, where an extraordinary event unfolds before our eyes. The image captures a children's wedding ceremony that was deemed so special and unique that it required police protection. As we gaze at the photograph, our attention is immediately drawn to the adorable child bride wearing a stunning Pilkington heirloom gown. At just eight years old, Helen Hill radiates innocence and beauty as she stands beside her groom, Chris Beigan. Their youthfulness adds an undeniable charm to this unusual ceremonial attire - a sight rarely witnessed in modern times. The intricate details of their outfits speak volumes about the significance of this momentous occasion. The presence of police guards surrounding these young lovebirds serves as a stark reminder of the societal norms and concerns prevalent during that era. It highlights both the curiosity and concern evoked by such an unconventional event. As we delve into this snapshot frozen in time, one cannot help but ponder over the emotions felt by those involved - excitement mixed with trepidation perhaps? And while it may be easy to judge through contemporary lenses, let us remember that cultural practices evolve over time. This remarkable photograph encapsulates not only a slice of history but also showcases how even in innocent moments like childhood weddings, security measures were taken seriously. Let us cherish this glimpse into the past; for within its frames lie stories waiting to be discovered and understood anew.

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