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Fine Art Print : Looe Beach and Island, Cornwall, August 1951
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Looe Beach and Island, Cornwall, August 1951
A GWR publicity view of East Looe Beach and St Georges Island, Cornwall, August 1951. Holidaymakers are lounging on the beach and exploring the rocks with Looe Island in the distance which is now a nature reserve
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
Media ID 21153348
© STEAM Museum of the GWR
1950s 1951 August Beach Cornwall East Looe Beach Holidaymaker Looe Rocks Summer
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring a captivating view of Looe Beach and St. George's Island, Cornwall, August 1951. This stunning photograph, sourced from the STEAM Museum of the GWR, transports you to a bygone era as holidaymakers relax on the sandy shore. Bring the vintage charm of a sunny day at the seaside into your home and add a touch of timeless beauty to your decor.
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 35.7cm (20" x 14.1")
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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Step back in time to the idyllic summer of 1951 with this print from the STEAM Museum of the GWR. Capturing a moment frozen in history, we are transported to Looe Beach and Island in Cornwall, where holidaymakers bask under the warm August sun. The scene is alive with joyous energy as families and friends lounge on the golden sands, relishing every precious moment of their seaside getaway. Laughter fills the air as children build sandcastles and splash in the crystal-clear waters, while adults soak up rays and enjoy leisurely conversations. As our gaze extends beyond the beach, we catch sight of St Georges Island standing majestically against a backdrop of azure skies. Once known simply as Looe Island, it has since transformed into a cherished nature reserve that harbors an abundance of wildlife. Exploring further reveals adventurous souls clambering over rugged rocks that dot the shoreline. Curiosity leads them to discover hidden treasures within these ancient formations, creating memories that will last a lifetime. This evocative image encapsulates not only an era but also embodies timeless elements: carefree summers spent by tranquil shores, shared laughter echoing through generations, and nature's enduring beauty. It serves as a reminder that even amidst modernity's hustle and bustle, there will always be solace found in moments like these.
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