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Flamborough Head
The North Landing, Flamborough Head, Yorkshire, England; the chalk cliff is riddled with former smuggling caves. Date: 1950s
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Caves Chalk Cliff Flamborough Geology Landing Smuggling
18x24 inch Poster Print
"Step back in time with our captivating Flamborough Head poster print from the Media Storehouse collection. This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you to the windswept cliffs of North Landing, Flamborough Head in Yorkshire, England during the 1950s. With its distinctive chalk cliffs and intriguing smuggling caves, this poster is a must-have for those who appreciate the rich history and natural beauty of the British coastline. Bring the charm of yesteryear into your home or office with this stunning, high-quality poster print."
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
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.
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1. Title: "Flamborough Head, North Landing: A 1950s Snapshot of Yorkshire's Chalk Cliffs and Smuggling Caves" This evocative black-and-white photograph captures the raw beauty and rich history of Flamborough Head in Yorkshire, England, during the 1950s. The image, taken at North Landing, showcases the iconic white chalk cliffs, riddled with caves that once served as hiding places for smugglers. The cliffs, a natural wonder of the Yorkshire coastline, are formed primarily of chalk, a sedimentary rock composed mainly of calcium carbonate. Over thousands of years, the relentless action of the North Sea has carved intricate patterns and caves into the cliff face, creating a breathtaking and dramatic landscape. Flamborough Head has a long and fascinating history, with evidence of human activity dating back to the Stone Age. However, it is perhaps best known for its association with smuggling, a clandestine trade that thrived in the area from the 16th to the 18th centuries. The caves in the photograph were used to conceal contraband, such as tobacco, spirits, and silk, from customs officials. Despite the passage of time, the caves and the cliffs continue to captivate visitors with their unique charm and historical significance. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of a bygone era, when the rugged coastline of Flamborough Head played a crucial role in the clandestine world of smuggling. The image transports us back to the 1950s, a time when the beauty of the natural world and the allure of hidden secrets could be discovered through simple pleasures like a day at the coast. The photograph, with its timeless quality, invites us to reflect on the enduring power of nature and the stories it holds.
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