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Fine Art Print : American and roll singer Gene Vincent pictured at London airport as he prepares to fly
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American and roll singer Gene Vincent pictured at London airport as he prepares to fly
American and roll singer Gene Vincent pictured at London airport as he prepares to fly home to California after he was injured in a car crash that killed fellow rock n roller Eddie Cochran. Songwriter Sharon Sheel who said she was secretly engaged to Cochran is still in St Martins Hospital in Bath recovering from spine and hip injuries sustained when the car in which they were `ll travelling crashed into a lamp post in Chippenham, Wiltshire.
27th April 1960
Colvert
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
London
England
Media ID 21343573
© Mirrorpix
Interview Journalist Reporter Rock And Roll Travelling
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our Gene Vincent Fine Art Print from Memory Lane Prints. This iconic image captures the American rock and roll legend as he prepares to fly home to California after the tragic car accident that took the life of his friend and fellow musician, Eddie Cochran. Taken at London airport, this print is a must-have for any Gene Vincent or rock and roll fan. Relive the memories and add a touch of music history to your home decor with this stunning 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 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.
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This print captures the iconic American rock and roll singer, Gene Vincent, at London airport in 1960. In this poignant moment frozen in time, we witness Vincent preparing to fly back home to California after enduring a tragic car crash that claimed the life of his fellow rock n roller, Eddie Cochran. The image serves as a powerful reminder of the fragility of life and the resilience of those who survive such devastating accidents. As Vincent stands amidst the hustle and bustle of the airport, one can only imagine the mix of emotions he must be experiencing - grief for his lost friend, gratitude for his own survival, and perhaps even anxiety about returning to his homeland with physical injuries still healing. Meanwhile, songwriter Sharon Sheel remains hospitalized in St Martins Hospital in Bath where she is recovering from spine and hip injuries sustained during that fateful accident. The presence of journalists and reporters surrounding Vincent hints at both public curiosity about these tragic events as well as their desire to capture every detail for their readership. This snapshot not only documents an important chapter in music history but also provides a glimpse into how news was disseminated during that era. Preserved by Colvert's lens through Memory Lane Prints, this photograph transports us back to a significant moment in time when rock and roll faced its own mortality but continued to resonate with fans around the world.
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