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Framed Print : Temple Bar 1930S
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Temple Bar 1930S
Temple Bar from the Strand, central London, showing fashionable ladies shopping near The Ceylon Shop, The Shop that is Different
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Media ID 4320668
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Ceylon Shopping Strand Fashionable
12"x10" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating Temple Bar 1930s Framed Print from Media Storehouse. This exquisite piece, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you back in time to central London's Temple Bar in the roaring twenties. Witness the fashionable allure of the era as ladies in elegant attire engage in lively shopping conversations near The Ceylon Shop, famously known as "The Shop that is Different." The iconic Temple Bar structure, with its distinctive archway, adds to the vibrant atmosphere of this enchanting scene. Bring a touch of vintage charm to your home or office with the Media Storehouse Temple Bar 1930s Framed Print. Each print is meticulously crafted with premium materials to ensure a stunning, long-lasting presentation. Add this timeless masterpiece to your collection and let history come alive in your living space.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 30.5cm (10" x 12")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph, taken in the 1930s, transports us back in time to the bustling streets of central London, specifically Temple Bar, where the Strand meets Fleet Street. The image showcases a vibrant scene of fashionable ladies engaged in shopping, their elegant attire a stark contrast to the colonial-era architecture that surrounds them. At the heart of this bustling shopping district stands The Ceylon Shop, a unique establishment that once drew visitors from far and wide. The Shop that is Different, as it was advertised, was renowned for its exotic imports from the British Empire, particularly from Ceylon, now known as Sri Lanka. The storefront, adorned with intricate wood carvings and colorful signage, beckons passersby to explore its wares. The ladies, dressed in chic hats, gloves, and elegant coats, appear deep in conversation as they peruse the displays, their laughter carrying through the air. The scene is a testament to the colonial era's opulence and the allure of exotic goods that captured the imagination of the British public. The historical significance of this photograph lies not only in the fashionable ladies and the unique shop but also in the architecture that frames the scene. The Temple Bar, a former gateway to the City of London, is a symbol of the city's rich history, its Gothic Revival style a stark contrast to the modern shops and the ladies' contemporary attire. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, inviting us to imagine the stories of the ladies, the shopkeepers, and the bustling streets of central London during the 1930s.
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