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Cattle Market
Farmers in the Sales Ring of a cattle market at Maidstone, Kent, England. Date: 1950s
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Media ID 7208285
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Auctions Cattle Farmers Live Stock Maidstone Markets Ring Sales
16"x20" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Bring the timeless charm of the past into your home with Media Storehouse's Metal Prints. Featuring this captivating image from Mary Evans Prints Online, 'Farmers in the Sales Ring of a Cattle Market at Maidstone, Kent, England. Date: 1950s', our Metal Prints add an authentic and rustic touch to any decor. The high-quality metal print process ensures vibrant colors and sharp details, making this photograph a stunning addition to your walls. Relive the nostalgia of a bygone era with this unique and eye-catching piece.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 51.4cm x 41.2cm (20.2" x 16.2")
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
This evocative photograph captures the hustle and bustle of a cattle market in the heart of Kent, England during the 1950s. The scene takes place in the sales ring of Maidstone's livestock market, where farmers from the surrounding countryside have gathered to buy and sell their livestock. The men in the photograph are deeply engrossed in their negotiations, their expressions a mix of determination, concentration, and relief. The costumes of the farmers provide a glimpse into the past, with many wearing traditional tweed jackets, flat caps, and sturdy work boots. The sales ring itself is a simple yet effective structure, with a raised platform encircled by a railing. In the background, the crowds of onlookers and potential buyers mill about, their faces a mixture of curiosity and anticipation. The atmosphere in the market is electric, as the farmers know that the livestock they bring to sell are their livelihoods. The cattle, too, seem to sense the tension, their eyes fixed on the men in the ring as they size each other up. The scene is a testament to the hard work and resilience of the farming community in Britain during the mid-twentieth century. The photograph also serves as a reminder of the importance of local markets in rural communities, where farmers could come together to buy and sell their produce, strengthening the bonds between neighbors and supporting the local economy. Today, while the methods of buying and selling livestock have changed, the spirit of the cattle market remains an essential part of rural life in Kent and beyond.
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