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Children playing football in Archie Street, Manchester. Archie Street was the inspiration
Children playing football in Archie Street, Manchester. Archie Street was the inspiration behind Coronation Street. 12th June 1967
Peter Sheppard
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
Manchester
Greater Manchester
England
DM X4952
Media ID 21875283
© Mirrorpix
Boom City House Terrace Terraced Urban 1967
14"x18" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x12" 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 30.4cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 45.8cm x 35.6cm (18" x 14")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print transports us back to the vibrant streets of Archie Street in Manchester, on a sunny day in June 1967. The image captures the pure joy and unbridled energy of children playing football, their laughter echoing through the terraced houses that line the street. Archie Street holds a special place in history as it served as inspiration for one of Britain's most beloved television shows, Coronation Street. This humble neighborhood became an emblematic representation of working-class life during the boom years of the 1960s. In this snapshot from the past, we witness a timeless scene where children find solace and camaraderie amidst their urban surroundings. Football serves as both entertainment and escape, offering them respite from daily routines within these tightly packed communities. The terrace houses provide a backdrop to this lively game; each brick seems to hold stories untold. These homes were not just structures but witnesses to countless memories forged by generations who called Archie Street home. Peter Sheppard's skillful lens has immortalized this moment forever, allowing us to glimpse into an era when simple pleasures brought immense happiness. As we gaze upon this remarkable photograph, we are reminded of how play can transcend time and bring people together regardless of age or background. This print is more than just an artistic masterpiece; it is a testament to resilience, community spirit, and the enduring power of childhood innocence captured within those narrow streets on that fateful summer day.
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