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Poster Print : Hoop Shaver at Balls Cross - March 1939
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Hoop Shaver at Balls Cross - March 1939
Photograph of man beginning his process with finished staves stacked behind. (Hoop shavers made hoops for casks and barrels.)
George Garland Collection
West Sussex Record Office Ref No. Garland N17904
West Sussex County Council Record Office contains a fascinating history of the county of West Sussex, England
Media ID 10707520
© West Sussex County Council - All Rights Reserved
18x24 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our vintage poster print from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating image transports you to Balls Cross, West Sussex in March 1939. Witness the skill and craftsmanship of a hoop shaver at work, as he begins the process of creating hoops for casks and barrels. This authentic photograph, taken from the George Garland Collection at West Sussex Record Office, adds a touch of history to any space. Bring the past into your present and add character to your walls with this stunning and unique poster print.
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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 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
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 print from the George Garland Collection, we are transported back to March 1939 at Balls Cross in West Sussex. The image showcases a skilled craftsman engrossed in his work as he begins the meticulous process of hoop shaving. This occupation, once essential for the production of casks and barrels, is beautifully captured through this lens. The photograph reveals a man surrounded by stacks of finished staves, evidence of his expertise and dedication to his craft. With tools in hand and intense focus on his task, he delicately shapes each hoop with precision and care. The rural setting adds an enchanting touch to the scene; nestled within a woodland backdrop, it highlights the connection between nature's resources and human ingenuity. Preserved by the West Sussex Record Office under Ref No. Garland N17904, this remarkable snapshot offers us a glimpse into a bygone era when traditional trades thrived amidst serene countryside landscapes. It serves as a testament to our rich history and reminds us of the importance placed on craftsmanship during simpler times. This print is not just about documenting an individual or company but rather celebrates an entire profession that played an integral role in shaping our past. Its significance lies beyond commercial use; it represents heritage, skillfulness, and pays homage to those who dedicated their lives to preserving age-old traditions like hoop shavers did all those years ago.
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