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Framed Print : Children playing in a pond in 1914 CC71_00076
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Children playing in a pond in 1914 CC71_00076
BARRACKS LANE, Cowley, Oxford, Oxfordshire. Children playing in the sheep-washing pool on a hot summers day. Photographed by Henry Taunt in 1914
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Media ID 1676757
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Child Hood Leisure People Play Pond Recreation
22"x18" Modern Frame
Introducing the exquisite "Children playing in a pond" Framed Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the timeless photograph by Henry Taunt from Historic England. Captured in 1914 at Barracks Lane, Cowley, Oxford, Oxfordshire, this photograph transports us back in time to a hot summer's day, where children joyfully frolic in the sheep-washing pool. Embrace the charm of history with this beautifully framed print, perfect for adding character to any room in your home or office.
20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 45.7cm (20" x 18")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 45.7cm (22" x 18")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
This photo print, taken by the talented Henry Taunt in 1914, transports us back to a simpler time. Nestled within the idyllic surroundings of Barracks Lane in Cowley, Oxfordshire, a group of children find respite from the scorching summer heat by frolicking in a pond. Their innocent laughter echoes through the air as they splash and play with pure abandon. In this snapshot frozen in time, we witness childhood at its finest - carefree and full of wonder. The sheep-washing pool serves as their personal oasis, offering relief from both the sweltering temperatures and everyday worries that seem so distant now. These young souls embrace leisurely moments with unadulterated joy, reminding us all to cherish life's simplest pleasures. As we gaze upon this remarkable image today, it serves as a poignant reminder of how recreation has evolved over time. In an era before smartphones and video games dominated our attention spans, children found solace outdoors amidst nature's beauty. This photograph encapsulates an era when imagination thrived without digital distractions; where friendships were forged through shared adventures rather than virtual connections. Henry Taunt's lens captures not just a scene but an entire epoch - one filled with innocence and boundless energy. It invites us to reflect on our own childhood memories while inspiring future generations to seek joy beyond screens and embrace the world around them.
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