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Photographic Print : Donkey Rides on Blackheath, London, Easter Monday 1847
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Donkey Rides on Blackheath, London, Easter Monday 1847
Group taking a donkey ride on Blackheath, London, during Easter Monday 1847. A fair with donkeys, fortune-tellers and other attractions was held on the heath that day. Date: 1847
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Media ID 20159533
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Bubblepunk
1847 Attractions Blackheath Donkey Donkeys Easter Fortune Heath Held Monday Ride Rides Tellers
12"x8" Photo Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Media Storehouse Photographic Print of 'Donkey Rides on Blackheath, London, Easter Monday 1847' from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image transports you to a bygone era, showcasing a lively scene of a group enjoying a donkey ride on Blackheath during the Easter Monday fair of 1847. With donkeys, fortune-tellers, and other attractions, this print is a charming reminder of the joy and excitement of historical celebrations. Add an air of vintage charm to your home or office décor with this beautifully preserved piece of history.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.4cm x 17.8cm (12" x 7")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
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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This evocative image captures the spirit of Easter Monday, 1847, on Blackheath, London. The scene is filled with the joy and excitement of a traditional fair, as a group of people enthusiastically take turns riding atop a donkey. The donkey, adorned with colorful ribbons and flowers, appears content as it carries its riders through the sun-dappled heath. In the background, the fairground comes alive with the sounds and sights of various attractions. Fortune-tellers, with their crystal balls and tarot cards, offer glimpses into the future for curious visitors. Games of chance and skill entice passersby, while vendors sell sweet treats and trinkets. The day is filled with laughter, camaraderie, and the simple pleasures of community. Blackheath, a sprawling common in southeast London, was a popular destination for Londoners seeking respite from the city. On Easter Monday, the heath transformed into a bustling hub of activity, where people could enjoy the fresh air, socialize, and indulge in seasonal festivities. This photograph offers a rare glimpse into a bygone era, transporting us back to a time when the simple joy of a donkey ride could bring happiness to all ages.
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