Canvas Print : Smoking Cyclists
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Smoking Cyclists
Four cycling club boys take a break from their healthy exercise - one of them has a drink, while the other three smoke pipes! Date: 1930s
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Media ID 7204721
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Break Cycling Cyclists Exercise Healthy Pipes Teenagers Touring
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
"Introducing the captivating 'Smoking Cyclists' Canvas Print from Media Storehouse, an intriguing snapshot of camaraderie and contradiction from the 1930s. Four cycling club members take a well-deserved break from their healthy pursuit, but the scene takes an unexpected turn as one enjoys a refreshing beverage, while the others indulge in the less health-conscious pastime of pipe smoking. This vintage image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, is now available in a beautifully crafted canvas print, adding a unique and intriguing conversation piece to your home or office decor. Experience the charm of yesteryears with this timeless, rights managed print."
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 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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
1. Title: "A Contradictory Pause: Smoking Cyclists in the 1930s" Amidst the picturesque backdrop of a serene countryside, four young cycling club members take a well-deserved break from their invigorating exercise routine. Dressed in fashionable cycling attire, complete with knee-length shorts and tight-fitting jerseys, they sit on the grass, their bicycles leaning against the trees, creating an idyllic scene of youthful camaraderie and adventure. However, a closer look at the scene reveals an unexpected contrast. One of the boys, with a carefree grin on his face, reaches for a drink from a thermos, quenching his thirst after the strenuous ride. The other three, seemingly unfazed by the health-conscious image they present, casually puff on their smoking pipes, their faces etched with the contentment that comes from a satisfying draw. This image, captured in the 1930s, offers a fascinating glimpse into the complexities of health and leisure during this era. While cycling was a popular form of physical activity, embraced for its numerous health benefits, smoking was an integral part of everyday life, especially for men. This juxtaposition of healthy exercise and smoking highlights the nuanced relationship people had with their bodies and their vices during this time. The boys' attire, a blend of functionality and style, reflects the evolving fashion trends of the era. Their cycling club jerseys, with their distinctive designs and bold colors, showcase the young men's sense of belonging and pride in their sport. This photograph, with its intriguing mix of contradictions, offers a captivating window into the past, inviting us to ponder the complexities of health, leisure, and societal norms in the 1930s.
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