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Poster Print : Male customers take advantage of the new gaming and betting act which makes it legal to play cards
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Male customers take advantage of the new gaming and betting act which makes it legal to play cards
Male customers take advantage of the new gaming and betting act which makes it legal to play cards, draughts and dominoes for a small stake of money. Pictured is the first legal card game at the Old Bull and Bush public house in Hampstead, London, England
3 January 1961
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Media ID 11320754
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1960s Alcohol Archive Customers Drinking Europeana Food And Drink Games Picture Library Playing Public House Stills Agency Stock Agency Stock Photography Vintage Cribbage
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Experience the thrill of history with our exclusive collection of poster prints from TopFoto.uk. This captivating image titled "Male customers take advantage of the new gaming and betting act which makes it legal to play cards" showcases a lively scene of men engaged in card games, embracing the excitement of the newly passed law. Add an air of nostalgia to your space with this intriguing piece of social history. Printed on high-quality, long-lasting paper, our poster prints are sure to impress and make a statement. Order yours today and bring a piece of the past into 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.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 51.3cm x 42cm (20.2" 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 vintage photo, we are transported back to the year 1961, witnessing a significant moment in history. Male customers at the renowned Old Bull and Bush public house in Hampstead, London, England gather around a table for what is believed to be the first legal card game after the implementation of the new gaming and betting act. With smiles on their faces and anticipation in their eyes, these men take full advantage of this newfound freedom to indulge in games such as cards, draughts, and dominoes while placing small wagers. The atmosphere is filled with excitement as they engage in friendly competition amidst pints of ale. The image perfectly captures an era when socializing at pubs was not only about enjoying drinks but also about engaging in traditional pastimes that brought people together. Cribbage seems to be one of the preferred games being played here; its intricate rules adding an extra layer of challenge and strategy. This photograph serves as a reminder of how legislation can shape our leisure activities and bring joy into our lives. It symbolizes a turning point where long-standing traditions were finally embraced within legal boundaries. As we gaze upon this snapshot frozen in time by TopFoto. co. uk's lens, we cannot help but appreciate how it encapsulates both nostalgia for simpler times and progress towards more inclusive recreational opportunities for all.
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