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Fine Art Print : Harlestone Smithy
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Harlestone Smithy
A corner of the stone-built village of Harlestone, Northamptonshire, England, with a glimpse of its old smithy (blacksmiths). Date: late 1950s
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Media ID 7205605
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Blacksmith Blacksmiths Corner Glimpse Northamptonshire Smithy
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Introducing the exquisite Harlestone Smithy Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, brought to you in partnership with Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image transports you to a quaint corner of Harlestone, Northamptonshire, England, where the stone-built village comes alive with the charm of its old smithy. Captured in the late 1950s, this timeless photograph invites you to step back in time and experience the beauty and history of a bygone era. Perfect for adding character and depth to any space, this fine art print is a must-have for those who appreciate the rich tapestry of our history and the simple pleasures of rural life.
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 50.8cm x 37.5cm (20" x 14.8")
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, we are transported back in time to the quaint corner of the English village of Harlestone, nestled in the picturesque county of Northamptonshire. The scene unfolds in the late 1950s, a period when the industrial revolution had long since transformed the landscape of many parts of England, but the traditional ways of life continued to thrive in smaller communities like Harlestone. At the heart of this idyllic tableau, we see a stone-built village, its houses huddled together in a warm embrace, their walls weathered by the passage of time. The village green, dotted with trees, lies at the center, a tranquil expanse of verdant grass where children once played and villagers gathered for community events. But it is the old smithy, tucked away in the corner of the frame, that captures our attention. The blacksmith's forge, with its bellows and anvil, stands open, a testament to the industry and craftsmanship that once defined this village. The blacksmith, clad in protective gear, would have spent long hours at this forge, shaping and molding metal to meet the needs of his community. The photograph invites us to imagine the sights, sounds, and smells of this bygone era. The clang of the hammer on the anvil, the hiss of the bellows, and the scent of hot metal mingling with the crisp country air. It is a poignant reminder of a time when life moved at a slower pace, and the bonds of community were forged not just in the village green, but in the fires of the blacksmith's forge. As we gaze at this image, we are reminded of the rich history and traditions that continue to shape the fabric of English life, even as the world around us hurtles forward at breakneck speed. The old smithy may no longer be in use, but its legacy lives on, a testament to the resilience and ingenuity of the human spirit.
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