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Photographic Print : Children with their guy on a Cardiff Street. 25th October 1974
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Children with their guy on a Cardiff Street. 25th October 1974
Staff
Western Mail Archive
Mirrorpix
Cardiff
Wales
Media ID 21766570
© Mirrorpix
1974 Begging Bonfire Night Cardiff Customs Dummy Seventies Wheelbarrow Pennies
12"x8" Photo Print
Step back in time with this charming photograph from Memory Lane Prints' Media Storehouse collection. Captured on the streets of Cardiff on 25th October 1974, this heartwarming image shows children laughing and playing with their guy, creating cherished memories that will last a lifetime. Relive the nostalgia and bring a piece of history into your home with this beautifully printed photograph.
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Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 30.5cm (8" x 12")
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.
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Children with their guy on a Cardiff Street. 25th October 1974
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This print from Memory Lane Prints takes us back to the vibrant streets of Cardiff in the 1970s. On a crisp autumn day, we witness a heartwarming scene that encapsulates both childhood innocence and age-old traditions. In this snapshot frozen in time, a group of children proudly display their meticulously crafted "guy" - an effigy made from old clothes stuffed with newspaper. With beaming smiles and sparkling eyes, they push their creation through the bustling streets using an old wheelbarrow as their chariot. It is late October, just days before Bonfire Night, when communities across the United Kingdom would gather around roaring fires to celebrate Guy Fawkes' failed attempt to blow up Parliament centuries ago. These resourceful youngsters have taken it upon themselves to create this symbolic figurehead for the festivities. As passersby stop to admire these young artisans at work, some kind-hearted souls drop pennies into the makeshift collection tin attached to the guy's chest – a gesture meant not only as appreciation but also as support for these children who are embracing tradition while trying to make ends meet. The image captures not only a moment in time but also reflects on themes of resilience and unity within Welsh culture. It serves as a poignant reminder of how customs can bring people together regardless of age or background – even during times when life may present challenges unseen by innocent eyes.
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