Canvas Print : Hitch-Hiker / Sci&vie / 1955
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Hitch-Hiker / Sci&vie / 1955
An adventurous young woman traveller flags down a car from the road-side
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Media ID 582380
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1955 Adventurous Hiker Hiking Hitch Suitcase Traveller Waving Hitch Hiker
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the captivating "Hitch-Hiker / Sci&vie / 1955" canvas print from our Media Storehouse collection, brought to you by Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This vintage photograph transports you back in time, painting a picture of an adventurous young woman boldly sticking out her thumb on a rustic roadside. The intriguing scene from 1955 exudes a sense of freedom and the allure of the unknown. Our high-quality canvas prints are meticulously crafted to bring this timeless image to life, making it a stunning addition to any room in your home or office. Embrace the charm of the past with this exquisite piece, and let the story of the hitch-hiker ignite your imagination.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
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
1. Title: A Moment of Adventure: A Young Traveler Hitchhiking in the 1950s 2. Description: This photograph, taken in 1955, captures the essence of adventure and the spirit of exploration during a bygone era. The image features a young, determined woman, dressed in a stylish summer dress and wearing a sun hat, confidently waving down a passing car from the side of the road. Her suitcase rests beside her, filled with the essentials for her journey. The backdrop of the open road, dotted with trees and rolling hills, adds to the sense of freedom and possibility. 3. Context: The 1950s were a time of great change and innovation, and travel was no exception. With the advent of affordable automobiles and improved roads, hitchhiking became a popular and economical way for young people to explore new places and meet new people. This photograph is a visual representation of the sense of adventure and excitement that came with this mode of travel. 4. Historical Significance: The image is a reminder of a time when travel was more about the journey than the destination. It also highlights the changing role of women in society during the 1950s, as more and more women began to assert their independence and explore the world beyond their hometowns. This photograph is a testament to the courage and curiosity of a generation that embraced the unknown and made the most of every opportunity. 5. Visual Analysis: The composition of the photograph is expertly balanced, with the woman and her suitcase occupying the left side of the frame, and the road and oncoming car creating a sense of depth and movement on the right. The use of natural light and the warm, golden tones of the image add to the sense of nostalgia and wonder. Overall, this photograph is a beautiful and evocative reminder of a simpler time, when the world was a little bit bigger and a lot more exciting.
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