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Traffic Warden tries to ticket an elephant which had stopped on a single yellow line in
Traffic Warden tries to ticket an elephant which had stopped on a single yellow line in the centre of Cardiff. 16th May 1968
Webster
Daily Herald
Mirrorpix
Cardiff
Wales
Media ID 21394368
© Mirrorpix
Elephant Parking Trunk Uniform
12"x8" Photo Print
Bring the unexpected charm of history into your home with our Media Storehouse range of Photographic Prints. This captivating image, titled "Traffic Warden tries to ticket an elephant," is a classic moment from Memory Lane Prints. Taken on May 16, 1968, in the bustling city of Cardiff, this photograph showcases an amusing encounter between a traffic warden and an elephant, who had momentarily halted on a single yellow line. Add this print to your collection and let the story of this playful pachyderm become a conversation starter in your living space.
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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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In this delightful vintage photograph captured by Webster, we are transported back to the bustling streets of Cardiff on a sunny day in May 1968. The scene unfolds with an unexpected twist as a determined traffic warden finds himself face-to-face with an unlikely culprit - an enormous elephant! With its majestic presence and curious expression, the gentle giant has parked itself right on a single yellow line in the heart of the city center. As chaos ensues around them, this comical encounter between man and beast brings laughter to all who witness it. The traffic warden, dressed smartly in his uniform, valiantly attempts to issue a parking ticket to the bewildered pachyderm. His outstretched arm holds the citation pad high above his head while he engages in what seems like a futile battle against bureaucracy. The juxtaposition of urban life and nature's wonders is truly captivating within this snapshot from yesteryear. It serves as a reminder that even amidst our daily routines and responsibilities, unexpected moments of humor can brighten our spirits and bring us together. This whimsical image encapsulates not only the charm of 1960s Cardiff but also showcases how animals have always had their own way of leaving their mark on human civilization – sometimes quite literally! Webster's expert eye for capturing such unique moments allows us to relive this amusing incident decades later, reminding us that life is full of surprises waiting just around the corner.
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