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Beating Bounds, 1930
ENGLAND BEATING THE BOUNDS Cheerful choirboys pose with rods prior to beating the parish boundaries at Lincolns Inn, London Date: 1930
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Beating Boards Boundaries Bounds Cheerful Function Lincoln Mortar Pagan Parish Pose Prior Ritual Rods Scholars
17"x15" (43x38cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 10x8 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 17x15 inches (431x381mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 19.5cm (9.6" x 7.7")
Estimated Product Size is 43.1cm x 38.1cm (17" x 15")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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In this charming photograph from 1930, a group of cheerful choirboys gather at Lincoln's Inn, London, with rods in hand, preparing for the ancient ritual of Beating the Bounds. Dating back to pagan times, this custom was once an essential function for marking and preserving the parish boundaries. The boys, dressed in scholarly attire, pose confidently before setting out on their journey. The ritual begins with the boys, led by a priest or church official, making their way along the parish borders, using rods to mark the boundaries and ensure that the lines are clear. This was an important task, as the boundaries determined the jurisdiction of the parish and the rights and responsibilities of its inhabitants. As they move through the countryside, the boys sing hymns and recite prayers, asking for God's protection and guidance. The ritual also served as a time for the community to come together, reinforcing the bonds between neighbors and strengthening the sense of belonging to the parish. Despite the passage of time, this ancient custom continues to be celebrated in various parts of Britain, providing a link to the past and a reminder of the rich cultural heritage of the country. The cheerful faces of the choirboys in this photograph capture the spirit of the tradition, as they proudly carry on a ritual that has been passed down through generations.
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