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Sweet Tooth
24th April 1949: Three children gazing longingly through the window of a sweetshop on the day that sweet rationing ended in Britain. (Photo by Monty Fresco/Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)
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Monty Fresco
Media ID 12018826
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1940 1949 Candy Child Contemplation Facade Females Food Large Group Of Objects Looking Merchandise Point Rear View Signs And Symbols Store Store Window The End Window Rationing Sweetshop
Jigsaw Puzzle (520 Pieces)
Experience the joy of nostalgia with Media Storehouse's Jigsaw Puzzle collection featuring "Sweet Tooth" by Monty Fresco. This captivating puzzle brings to life the classic image of three children gazing through a sweetshop window on the historic day that sweet rationing ended in Britain. Immerse yourself in the rich details of this Fine Art Storehouse photograph and create a memorable puzzle experience for the whole family. Engage your mind and relive the simple pleasures of the past. Puzzle pieces are made from high-quality materials for a snug fit and smooth finish. Perfect for all ages and skill levels. Enjoy the journey to completion and savor the sweet memories.
Made in the USA, 520-piece puzzles measure 16" x 20" (40.6 x 50.8 cm). Every puzzle is meticulously printed on glossy photo paper, which has a strong 1.33 mm thickness. Delivered in a black storage cardboard box, these puzzles are both stylish and practical. (Note: puzzles contain small parts and are not suitable for children under 3 years of age.)
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Estimated Product Size is 40.5cm x 50.8cm (15.9" x 20")
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.
Sweet Tooth - A Glimpse of Freedom
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this poignant black and white portrait captured by Monty Fresco on the 24th of April, 1949, we witness a moment frozen in time. Three children stand outside a sweetshop, their eyes fixated on the tantalizing confectionery displayed behind the window pane. It is a day etched in history - the end of sweet rationing in Britain. The facade of the shop stands as a symbol of longing and desire, its wistful charm contrasting with the austerity that had gripped post-war Europe. The young boy and girl gaze through the glass with an air of contemplation, their backs turned towards us as if lost in their own thoughts. A collection of objects fills our view - candies, chocolates, and treats that were once scarce commodities now available without restriction. This abundance represents not only a triumph over ration cards but also a flicker of hope for brighter days ahead. The photograph's black and white format adds to its timeless quality, evoking nostalgia for an era long gone. Through this lens, we glimpse not just innocent faces yearning for sweets but also resilience amidst adversity. Monty Fresco's composition captures more than just children looking into a store window; it encapsulates an entire nation's collective sigh of relief as they savored newfound freedom from scarcity. This image serves as a reminder that even small moments can hold great significance in shaping our shared history.
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