Fine Art Print : Boys on a pile of rubbish, Balham, SW London
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Boys on a pile of rubbish, Balham, SW London
Boys on a pile of rubbish in a Balham street, SW London. Perhaps it has been stacked up ready for bonfire night! Date: circa 1961
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 14186721
© The Paul Kaye Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
Balham Bonfire Chairs Childhood Cloth Duffle Junk Material Mattress Pile Rubbish Sacking Stack Stacked Terrace Terraced Timber Urchin Urchins Wire
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the captivating charm of this vintage photograph from the Media Storehouse Fine Art Prints collection. Boys on a pile of rubbish in Balham, SW London, circa 1961, is an evocative image from the Mary Evans Prints Online archive. This rights-managed print invites you to step back in time and explore the playful innocence of childhood amidst the rustic backdrop of a bygone era. Perfect for adding character and depth to your home or office decor, this fine art print is a timeless treasure that tells a story and sparks the imagination.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 48.7cm x 40.6cm (19.2" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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
In this evocative black-and-white photograph, a group of boys enthusiastically explore a towering pile of rubbish in a narrow Balham street in South West London, circa 1961. The boys, dressed in typical 1960s attire, seem to be in their element as they climb and jump on the pile, which is filled with an assortment of items, including wooden planks, timber, sacking, cloth, wire, and even old chairs. The scene exudes an air of nostalgia and a sense of childhood freedom, as the boys appear to be making the most of an unexpected discovery in their urban environment. The pile of rubbish, which may have been collected for Bonfire Night, adds to the sense of excitement and anticipation. The boys' expressions are full of joy and curiosity, as they explore the textures and shapes of the various objects in the pile. The terraced houses in the background, with their red brick facades and white window frames, provide a stark contrast to the chaotic scene unfolding in the foreground. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, capturing a moment in time when children could find adventure and excitement in the most unexpected places. It also highlights the resourcefulness and ingenuity of children, as they transform discarded items into a playground and a source of entertainment. Overall, this photograph is a poignant reminder of the simple pleasures of childhood and the importance of finding joy in the everyday.
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