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Street Library

circa 1930: People read at a street library in Hong Kong, where for a very small payment books are available for reading on the spot. To the left, hats are blocked. (Photo by Three Lions/Getty Images)

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Media ID 23801901

Black And Book Chinese Collection Of Objects Concentration Format Square In Line Libraries Library Market Market Trader Museums And Occupations Publication Roles And National Dress


27x27 inch Poster Print

Step into the past with our captivating Street Library poster print from the Media Storehouse collection at Fine Art Storehouse. This evocative image, captured by Three Lions in the 1930s, transports you to a bustling street in Hong Kong where the simple pleasure of reading comes alive. Witness the charm of this communal library, where for a small fee, books are available for immediate enjoyment. The vintage atmosphere is further enhanced by the intriguing detail of hats being blocked to the left. Bring this nostalgic scene into your home or office and let the timeless allure of literature inspire you every day.

Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.

Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.

Estimated Product Size is 69.2cm x 69.2cm (27.2" x 27.2")

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.


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Step back in time to the bustling streets of Hong Kong in the 1930s, where a unique sight awaits. In this photograph captured by Three Lions/Getty Images, we are transported to a street library unlike any other. The image showcases an unusual setting where people gather to indulge their literary passions. Amidst the hustle and bustle of market traders and locals going about their daily routines, individuals can be seen engrossed in books borrowed from this innovative street library. For a small fee, these avid readers have access to a collection of objects that transport them into different worlds through the power of storytelling. The photo captures both male and female readers patiently waiting in line, showcasing their concentration as they delve into various publications. To the left of the frame, hats are blocked – perhaps symbolizing how literature has captivated minds so deeply that even mundane tasks like hat-wearing become secondary. This snapshot not only highlights the importance placed on education and knowledge during that era but also provides us with a glimpse into Chinese culture at its core. It serves as a reminder that libraries have always been vital institutions for communities worldwide, fostering learning and imagination regardless of location or time period. As we admire this square-format print from Fine Art Storehouse today, let it serve as an inspiration to cherish our own local libraries while celebrating cultures around the world.

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