Premium Framed Print : Leapfrog Girls 1940S
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Leapfrog Girls 1940S
Two Australian girls playing leapfrog. Under an Australian National Health scheme, children from deprived areas were taught how to enjoy exercise and stay healthy. Date: 1940s
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Australian Deprived Enjoy Exercise Fitness Health Healthy Leap Frog Scheme Stay Taught Games
14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 40.6cm (14" x 16")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this charming photograph from the 1940s, two young Australian girls are seen gracefully executing a leapfrog maneuver, their bright smiles reflecting the joy and excitement of their playful moment. This image is a poignant reminder of a national health initiative that aimed to teach children from deprived areas the importance of staying active and maintaining good health. During this era, the Australian National Health scheme, also known as the "Fitness-Food-Farming" scheme, was implemented to promote physical fitness, proper nutrition, and agricultural education among children from disadvantaged backgrounds. The program recognized the importance of instilling healthy habits at a young age and sought to provide opportunities for children to engage in fun and engaging activities that would help them lead healthier lives. The girls in the photograph are dressed in simple yet practical clothing, their hair neatly tied back, and their focus entirely on the game at hand. The serene outdoor setting, with its lush greenery and clear blue sky, adds to the idyllic atmosphere of the scene. The girls' agility and coordination as they leap over each other are a testament to the effectiveness of the health scheme in promoting physical fitness and overall wellbeing. This photograph captures a moment of innocent pleasure and the spirit of camaraderie between the two girls as they engage in a classic childhood game. It is a poignant reminder of the importance of fostering healthy habits and enjoying physical activity from a young age, a message that remains relevant even today.
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