Canvas Print : Boys at a boarded up window, Balham, SW London
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Boys at a boarded up window, Balham, SW London
Three boys at a boarded up window of a house in Balham, SW London. Date: circa 1961
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 14187577
© The Paul Kaye Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
Balham Boarded Boards Brick Bricks Childhood Climb Climbing Derelict Disused Sash Sill Trousers Urchin Urchins
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the captivating "Boys at a Boarded Up Window" canvas print from Media Storehouse, exclusively sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative black and white image captures the essence of a bygone era with three curious boys peering through the grime-covered glass panes of a boarded-up window in Balham, South West London, circa 1961. Add a touch of nostalgia and character to your living space with this beautifully printed canvas, expertly crafted to bring out the intricate details and tonal range of this timeless photograph. The high-quality canvas material and vibrant inks ensure a stunning visual display, making it a must-have piece for any home or office. Experience the allure of this enchanting photograph and transport yourself back in time. Order yours today and let the story unfold on your walls.
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
In this evocative black-and-white photograph, three boys stand mesmerized at a boarded-up window in Balham, a district located in the southwestern part of London. The scene, set in the 1960s, transports us back in time as the boys, dressed in trousers and wearing no shoes, peer through the cracks in the wooden boards, their expressions filled with curiosity and wonder. The house behind them, with its peeling paint and disused sash window, appears derelict and abandoned, a stark contrast to the lively energy of the children. The boys' clothing and the state of the house suggest a bygone era, one where children spent their afternoons exploring the streets and discovering the hidden treasures of their neighborhoods. The bricks and boards of the house serve as a backdrop to their innocent games, and the boys' determination to climb the wall and reach the window sill speaks to their adventurous spirit. This photograph captures a moment in history, a snapshot of childhood in the 1960s in Balham, SW London. The image invites us to reflect on the simple pleasures of growing up and the importance of cherishing the memories of our past. The boys' unguarded expressions and their fascination with the world beyond the boarded-up window remind us of the power of imagination and the joy of discovery. This photograph is a testament to the enduring spirit of childhood and the beauty of the past.
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