Fine Art Print : Girls at the Seaside
Fine Art Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
Girls at the Seaside
A girl is invited by a friend to go into the water : ropes stretch out into the sea from the shore so that the bathers shall not be swept out to sea by the waves and drowned
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Media ID 603078
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1896 Bathing Drowned Friend Invited Ropes Sea Side Shore Stretch Swept Swimming Waves
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the timeless charm of Mary Evans Picture Library's "Girls at the Seaside" Fine Art Print. This captivating image, taken from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you to a bygone era where friendship and simple pleasures reign. Witness the joyous moment as a young girl is invited by her friend to venture into the sea, protected by the outstretched ropes securing the safety of the bathers against the powerful waves. Add a touch of nostalgia and elegance to your home or office with this exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse's extensive collection.
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 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
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
A Chilling Seaside Soiree: A Friendly Lifeline in 1896 This evocative photograph, captured in 1896 by an unknown photographer and now available through Mary Evans Picture Library, transports us back to a bygone era of leisurely seaside escapades. The image depicts a group of young girls, dressed in their finest bathing costumes, gathered at the water's edge. Their laughter and joy are palpable, as they prepare to enter the cool, inviting waves. But beneath the surface of this idyllic scene, a more somber reality lurks. The girls are tethered to the shore by ropes, a necessary precaution against the unpredictable and often treacherous nature of the sea. The ropes, stretched out into the water, served as a lifeline, preventing the bathers from being swept out to sea by the powerful waves and drowned. The presence of these ropes adds an intriguing historical context to the photograph. In the late 19th century, the popularity of seaside holidays was on the rise, and the risks associated with swimming in the open sea were well-known. The use of ropes to ensure the safety of bathers was a common practice during this period. As we gaze at this image, we are reminded of the importance of friendship and camaraderie. The girls, invited by a friend to enjoy a day at the seaside, have formed a bond that transcends the boundaries of the shore. And while the ropes may symbolize the potential dangers of the sea, they also represent the enduring connections that keep us safe and grounded in life.
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