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Hitch-Hiker / Sci&vie / 1955
An adventurous young woman traveller flags down a car from the road-side
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Media ID 582380
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1955 Adventurous Hiker Hiking Hitch Suitcase Traveller Waving Hitch Hiker
Mouse Pad
Standard Size Mouse Pad 7.75" x 9..25". High density Neoprene w linen surface. Easy to clean, stain resistant finish. Rounded corners.
Archive quality photographic print in a durable wipe clean mouse mat with non slip backing. Works with all computer mice
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 17.8cm x 23.7cm (7" x 9.3")
Estimated Product Size is 20.2cm x 23.7cm (8" x 9.3")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: A Moment of Adventure: A Young Traveler Hitchhiking in the 1950s 2. Description: This photograph, taken in 1955, captures the essence of adventure and the spirit of exploration during a bygone era. The image features a young, determined woman, dressed in a stylish summer dress and wearing a sun hat, confidently waving down a passing car from the side of the road. Her suitcase rests beside her, filled with the essentials for her journey. The backdrop of the open road, dotted with trees and rolling hills, adds to the sense of freedom and possibility. 3. Context: The 1950s were a time of great change and innovation, and travel was no exception. With the advent of affordable automobiles and improved roads, hitchhiking became a popular and economical way for young people to explore new places and meet new people. This photograph is a visual representation of the sense of adventure and excitement that came with this mode of travel. 4. Historical Significance: The image is a reminder of a time when travel was more about the journey than the destination. It also highlights the changing role of women in society during the 1950s, as more and more women began to assert their independence and explore the world beyond their hometowns. This photograph is a testament to the courage and curiosity of a generation that embraced the unknown and made the most of every opportunity. 5. Visual Analysis: The composition of the photograph is expertly balanced, with the woman and her suitcase occupying the left side of the frame, and the road and oncoming car creating a sense of depth and movement on the right. The use of natural light and the warm, golden tones of the image add to the sense of nostalgia and wonder. Overall, this photograph is a beautiful and evocative reminder of a simpler time, when the world was a little bit bigger and a lot more exciting.
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