Fine Art Print : Five children on a Balham street, SW London
Fine Art Prints From Mary Evans Picture Library
Five children on a Balham street, SW London
Five children climbing a wooden plank on a Balham street, SW London. Date: circa 1961
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 14187563
© The Paul Kaye Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
Balham Childhood Climbing Debris Enjoyment Plank Rubble Swimming Trunks Untidy Urchin Urchins
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Introducing the latest addition to our Media Storehouse Fine Art Prints collection: Five Children Climbing a Wooden Plank on a Balham Street, SW London. This captivating vintage photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports us back in time to circa 1961. The children's playful energy and the rustic charm of the wooden plank against the urban backdrop of Balham make this a timeless piece that adds character and warmth to any space. Each print is meticulously produced using high-quality materials to ensure vibrant colours and long-lasting durability. Bring a piece of history into your home or office with this evocative and enchanting image.
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 49cm x 40.6cm (19.3" 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 enchanting photograph, five children are seen climbing a wooden plank on a Balham street in South West London during the 1960s. The scene exudes a sense of carefree childhood joy, as the boys and girls, dressed in swimming trunks and summer dresses respectively, eagerly ascend the makeshift ladder. The hot weather of the season has brought the young urchins outdoors to seek fun and adventure in their urban environment. The children's focus is on the task at hand, their faces filled with determination and excitement. The wooden plank, which appears to be leaning against a building, serves as a makeshift jungle gym, offering a thrilling challenge for the adventurous bunch. The debris and rubble surrounding the plank hint at the untidy and untamed nature of the city streets during this era. The houses and buildings in the background add a historical context to the image, reminding us of a bygone era. The children's playful antics in the midst of the urban landscape serve as a reminder of the simple joys of childhood and the resilience of young imaginations. The image captures a moment in time, frozen in history, and invites us to reflect on the innocence and wonder of childhood in the 1960s. This photograph is a beautiful representation of the spirit of play and the resourcefulness of children, as they transform the most ordinary objects into sources of fun and entertainment. It is a poignant reminder of the importance of cherishing the moments of our childhood and the memories that shape our lives.
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