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Pearly King in Australia
A Pearly King at Ingleburn, Australia, asks a group of Diggers to guess the correct number of buttons on his coster suit
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Media ID 597271
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Asks Australian Buttons Cockney Correct Coster Diggers Guess Kings Pearly Queens Racial
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the stunning "Pearly King in Australia" canvas print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you by Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image transports you to Ingleburn, Australia, where a Pearly King proudly displays his intricately decorated suit adorned with thousands of pearly buttons, challenging a group of Diggers to guess the exact number. Our high-quality canvas prints are meticulously crafted to bring out the vibrant colors and rich details of this unique historical moment. Each print is coated with a protective varnish to ensure long-lasting beauty and is ready to hang, adding a touch of history and character to any room in your home or office. Order yours today and bring the story of the Pearly Kings and Queens of London's East End to life in your very own space.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a unique moment in history, as a Pearly King from Britain finds himself in Australia during the 1940s. Dressed in his elaborate coster suit adorned with an array of buttons, he playfully challenges a group of Australian Diggers to guess the correct number. The scene is filled with curiosity and camaraderie, bridging cultural divides and showcasing the shared experiences of soldiers during wartime.
The Pearly King's presence in Ingleburn, Australia adds an unexpected touch of British charm to this corner of the world. His Cockney heritage shines through as he engages with the local community, inviting them to participate in his whimsical game. As these two distinct worlds collide, a sense of unity and connection emerges among individuals from different backgrounds.
In this snapshot frozen in time by Mary Evans Picture Library, we are reminded of the power that simple gestures can have in bringing people together. The historical significance of this interaction between the Pearly King and the Australian Diggers serves as a reminder of our shared humanity amidst times of conflict and division. It is moments like these that transcend racial boundaries and highlight our common bonds as inhabitants of this world.
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