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Poster Print : Workmen dig out a van from the blocked High Street, Dowlais. 27th April 1981
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Workmen dig out a van from the blocked High Street, Dowlais. 27th April 1981
Staff
Western Mail Archive
Mirrorpix
Wales
Media ID 21786018
© Mirrorpix
Blizzard Cold Snowing Spring 1981
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our vintage poster print from Memory Lane Prints. Witness the determination and community spirit of the past as workmen diligently dig out a van trapped in the blocked High Street of Dowlais on the 27th of April, 1981. This authentic, high-quality poster print from the Media Storehouse range brings a piece of history right into your home or office. Relive the past and add character to any room with this captivating and intriguing image.
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 59.4cm x 33.5cm (23.4" x 13.2")
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 from Memory Lane Prints takes us back to the winter of 1981 in Dowlais, Wales. The image captures a group of dedicated workmen diligently digging out a van that has been trapped on the blocked High Street due to an intense blizzard. The scene is filled with a sense of urgency as these brave individuals battle against the elements, their breath visible in the cold air. Snowflakes continue to fall gently from the sky, adding to the already thick blanket covering every surface. It's fascinating how this snapshot freezes a moment in time during spring when nature should be awakening from its slumber. Instead, Mother Nature has unleashed her wintry fury upon this small town, leaving it paralyzed under layers of snow. The resilience and determination displayed by these workmen are truly commendable. Their teamwork and unwavering commitment shine through as they strive to clear a path for both vehicles and pedestrians alike. This photograph serves as a reminder of the unpredictable power of weather and showcases not only the challenges faced by communities during extreme conditions but also their ability to come together in times of crisis. As we gaze at this remarkable piece captured by Staff at Memory Lane Prints, we can't help but appreciate those unsung heroes who braved adverse conditions for the greater good - ensuring that life could carry on amidst even nature's harshest whims.
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