Canvas Print : Naval cadet in a group of spectators
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Naval cadet in a group of spectators
Naval cadet with a camera in a group of spectators. Date: circa 1950s
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Media ID 14396826
© The Roseries Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
Badge Cadet Camera Peaked Photographer Sailor Sailors Shoulders Spectators Trousers
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Bring history to life with our exquisite Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts a Naval cadet amidst a group of spectators, his camera poised and ready. The 1950s setting adds an intriguing air of mystery and nostalgia. Our high-quality canvas prints are meticulously crafted to bring out the vibrant colors and intricate details of this timeless photograph. Perfect for adding character to any room, this unique piece is sure to spark conversations and inspire wonder.
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 from the 1950s, a young Naval cadet stands among a group of spectators, his eyes fixed through the viewfinder of a camera. The scene unfolds at HMS Raleigh, a Royal Navy training establishment in Cornwall, England, where the cadet is likely honing his skills in seamanship and naval warfare. Surrounding him are a mix of women and children, their curious eyes following the action taking place on the water. The women, dressed in smart coats and hats, sit on the grassy embankment, their shoulders relaxed as they chat amongst themselves. Boys in short trousers and peaked caps play at their feet, their faces scrunched up in concentration as they build sandcastles or throw sticks for their dogs. In the background, the masts and sails of several ships rise majestically from the water, their white hulls gleaming in the sunlight. The cadet's uniform, complete with peaked cap and naval badge, stands out against the crowd, a testament to his dedication and commitment to the Royal Navy. The photograph captures a moment of pause in the rigorous training schedule, a brief respite for the cadet and the spectators to take in the spectacle of the ships and the camaraderie of the naval community. The cadet's decision to document this scene through the lens of his camera speaks to his appreciation for the beauty and history of the naval tradition, as well as his keen eye for composition and storytelling. This photograph is a poignant reminder of a bygone era, when the Royal Navy was a source of pride and inspiration for generations of young men and women, and the simple pleasures of a day at the shore were a cherished part of life.
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