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Postman, Harnham, Salisbury OP04500
HARNHAM, Salisbury, Wiltshire. View from the Old Mill at Harnham, looking across the water meadows towards Salisbury Cathedral with a postman pushing his bicycle along the Town Path in the foreground. Photographed by John Gay during 1950s - 1960s
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Greetings Card (A5)
Introducing the enchanting selection of greeting cards from Media Storehouse, featuring the beautiful artwork "Postman, Harnham, Salisbury OP04500" by John Gay from Historic England. This captivating image transports you to the picturesque town of Salisbury, Wiltshire, where the Old Mill at Harnham stands proudly, reflecting in the water meadows. In the foreground, a postman in his traditional uniform pedals his bicycle along the Town Path, adding a charming touch of everyday life to this idyllic scene. Whether you're looking for the perfect birthday, anniversary, or thank you card, our range of greeting cards with this stunning image is sure to inspire and delight. Bring a piece of historic Salisbury into your mailbox with Media Storehouse's Postman, Harnham, Salisbury OP04500 greeting cards.
Create your own greetings card. Size when folded is A5 (14.5x21cm or 5.7x8.3 inches)
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 14.5cm x 21cm (5.7" x 8.3")
Estimated Product Size is 29cm x 21cm (11.4" x 8.3")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph, titled "Postman, Harnham, Salisbury OP04500," captures a moment in time during the 1950s or 1960s in the picturesque village of Harnham, located in Salisbury, Wiltshire, England. The scene unfolds along the Town Path, where a postman, dressed in his uniform, pushes his bicycle laden with mail through the water meadows. In the distance, the shadows of Salisbury Cathedral's iconic spire and towering walls stretch across the tranquil landscape. The rural setting is dotted with trees, their leaves a vibrant green, and the water meadows, a rich tapestry of various shades of green, reflect the clear blue sky above. The postman's bicycle, a common mode of transportation during this era, adds a sense of nostalgia and underlines the simple, yet hardworking nature of the scene. The photograph, taken by the renowned British photographer John Gay, masterfully captures the harmony between the natural beauty of the water meadows and the industriousness of the postman, who, despite the idyllic surroundings, remains focused on his task. The image invites us to pause and appreciate the simple pleasures of rural life, where the passage of time is marked by the daily routines of the people who inhabit it. The photograph is a testament to the rich history and charm of Harnham and Salisbury, and serves as a reminder of the simpler times when life moved at a more leisurely pace. It is a visual narrative that speaks to the human spirit and our connection to the land, and is a must-have for any collection of British rural photography or postal history.
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