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Fine Art Print : PC Dent and a lame horse - if the horse was not fit for work, then it would be immediately
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PC Dent and a lame horse - if the horse was not fit for work, then it would be immediately
PC Dent and a lame horse - if the horse was not fit for work, then it would be immediately removed from the shafts of the cart and taken off to the animal pound. The driver, of course, would be taken off to the nick ( Police Station ). East End of London.
1920s/1930s
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Media ID 10974828
© John Topham / TopFoto.co.uk
Arrest Bobby East End Policeman Twenties Nineteen Twenties
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the past with our exquisite Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image of PC Dent and his lame horse, taken by renowned photographer John Topham from TopFoto, transports you back in time. The horse, not fit for work, is a poignant reminder of the daily challenges faced by our ancestors. Add this evocative print to your collection and bring a piece of history into your home.
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 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a significant moment in the bustling streets of the East End of London during the 1920s or 1930s. In this snapshot, we see PC Dent alongside a lame horse, highlighting the strict regulations surrounding animal welfare at that time. The image depicts an era when horses were commonly used to pull carts for transportation purposes. However, if a horse was deemed unfit for work due to lameness or any other condition, it would be promptly removed from its duties and taken off to the animal pound. Similarly, PC Dent's role as a diligent police officer meant that he had the responsibility of ensuring compliance with these regulations. The photograph provides us with a glimpse into the daily life of this vibrant neighborhood while shedding light on societal norms and practices of that era. The authenticity captured by John Topham's lens transports us back in time, allowing us to witness firsthand how both humans and animals coexisted within their urban environment. As we admire this remarkable piece of history frozen in time, let us appreciate not only its artistic value but also recognize how far society has come in terms of animal rights and welfare since then.
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