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Fine Art Print : Metropolitan Police officers, Wapping High Street, London
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Metropolitan Police officers, Wapping High Street, London
Two Metropolitan Police officers wheeling a Bischoffsheim hand ambulance along Wapping High Street, East London, much to the interest of children, as there is a man lying inside, either injured or inebriated. This type of hand ambulance was withdrawn from use in 1938. Date: early 20th century
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Ambulance Drunk Inebriated Injured L Aw Lying Metropolitan Police Men Wapping Wheel Wheeling
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the rich history and vibrant energy of London with our latest addition to the Media Storehouse range of Fine Art Prints. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases two Metropolitan Police officers making their way down Wapping High Street with a Bischoffsheim hand ambulance. The curiosity of onlookers, including children, adds to the lively atmosphere of this East London scene. Bring the charm of London's past into your home or office with this stunning, rights managed fine art print.
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.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 36.6cm (20" x 14.4")
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.
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In this evocative early 20th century photograph, two Metropolitan Police officers are seen making their way along Wapping High Street in East London, pushing a Bischoffsheim hand ambulance. The officers appear focused on their task, their expressions serious as they navigate the crowded street. Inside the ambulance lies a man, either injured or inebriated, who is the apparent reason for the officers' presence. The children gathered around the scene, their curiosity piqued by the unfolding scene, add an element of intrigue to the image. The Bischoffsheim hand ambulance, a type that was withdrawn from use in 1938, is an antique relic of a bygone era. Its wooden frame and large wheels give it a rustic, almost quaint appearance, a stark contrast to the modern emergency vehicles of today. The officers' uniforms, complete with peaked caps and belts adorned with various tools and equipment, speak to their professionalism and dedication to their duties. The hand ambulance, a testament to the ingenuity and resourcefulness of the time, was an essential tool for providing medical aid on the streets of London before the advent of more advanced transportation methods. Despite the seriousness of the situation, there is a sense of community and camaraderie in the photograph. The officers' unwavering commitment to their duties, the children's fascination with the scene, and the man inside the ambulance all come together to create a snapshot of life in early 20th century London that is both poignant and captivating.
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