Poster Print : People queueing for the Fun Fair, Battersea Park
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People queueing for the Fun Fair, Battersea Park
A huge crowd of people queueing for the Fun Fair in Battersea Park on a Bank Holiday, at 4pm, not put off by the cold weather. It was part of the Festival of Britain. Date: May 1951
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Media ID 7195763
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1951 Bank Battersea Cold Festival Queue Queueing
20x30 inch Poster Print
Introducing the latest addition to our Media Storehouse Poster Prints collection: "People Queuing for the Fun Fair, Battersea Park." This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports us back in time to a Bank Holiday in May 1951. The photograph showcases a large crowd of people, undeterred by the cold weather, eagerly queuing for the Fun Fair in Battersea Park - part of the Festival of Britain celebrations. Relive the nostalgia of this iconic moment in British history with our high-quality poster prints, perfect for adding character and charm to any room in your home or office.
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 76.8cm x 51.4cm (30.2" x 20.2")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative photograph, taken on a Bank Holiday in May 1951, a large crowd of people are seen queuing diligently for the Fun Fair in Battersea Park. The Festival of Britain, a national celebration of post-war British culture, creativity, and innovation, was in full swing, and the Fun Fair was a popular attraction, drawing in thousands of visitors. Despite the chilly weather, the spirit of leisure and enjoyment was palpable. Dressed in their Sunday best, the queue snakes through the park, with excited children in the foreground, their rosy cheeks a testament to the brisk air. The adults, bundled up in coats and scarves, chat amongst themselves, their expressions a mix of anticipation and patience. The Fun Fair, with its bright lights, colorful tents, and enticing rides, looms in the background, a beacon of fun and adventure. The Ferris wheel, the merry-go-round, and the roller coaster are all visible, their silhouettes stark against the grey sky. The scene is one of unity and community, as people from all walks of life come together to enjoy a day out, undeterred by the cold weather. This photograph, taken in the early 1950s, is a poignant reminder of a bygone era, a time when the simple pleasures of life, like a day at the Fun Fair, brought people together in celebration. It is a snapshot of a moment in history, a moment that encapsulates the spirit of post-war Britain and the enduring human desire for joy and connection.
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