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Mr Ron Matfield of 25 Hendred Way, Abingdon, aged 58 and married with three children
Mr Ron Matfield of 25 Hendred Way, Abingdon, aged 58 and married with three children. His wifes name is Pamela. He is a reactor manager at Atomic Energy Est. Harwell.
He wanted to put the his 40 foot ships lifeboat boat at the back of his house in order to build it into a cabin cruiser. So in order to get it in the back garden he hired a crane and had the lifeboat lifted over the house.
15th February 1966
Staff
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
Abingdon
Oxfordshire
England
Media ID 21919824
© Mirrorpix
Boat Community House Lifeboat Neighbourhood Neighbours Residential Ship Street Urban Vessel 1966 Suburb
23"x19" (58x48cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 16x12 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 23x19 inches (584x482mm). 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.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 39.6cm x 26.3cm (15.6" x 10.4")
Estimated Product Size is 58.4cm x 48.2cm (23" x 19")
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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Mr. Ron Matfield's Extraordinary Endeavor - Transforming a Lifeboat into a Dream Cabin Cruiser
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this photo print, we witness the remarkable determination of Mr. Ron Matfield, a reactor manager at Atomic Energy Est. Harwell and resident of 25 Hendred Way in Abingdon. Aged 58 with three children and his beloved wife Pamela by his side, Mr. Matfield embarked on an ambitious project that would leave his neighbors in awe. Yearning to create a unique retreat within the confines of his suburban home, Mr. Matfield set out to transform a colossal 40-foot ship's lifeboat into an enchanting cabin cruiser. However, faced with the challenge of maneuvering such an immense vessel through narrow streets and tight spaces, he devised an ingenious plan. On that fateful day - February 15th, 1966 - our lens captured the extraordinary sight as a crane delicately lifted the lifeboat high above their humble abode before gently placing it in their backyard sanctuary. This snapshot not only showcases Mr. Matfield's unwavering determination but also highlights the strong sense of community present during those times. Neighbors gathered curiously along the street to witness this unusual spectacle unfold – proof that even amidst bustling urban environments, bonds between residents remain steadfast. As we delve into this nostalgic image from Memory Lane Prints, let us celebrate individuals like Mr. Ron Matfield who dared to dream big and pushed boundaries to bring their visions to life within
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