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Canvas Print : Scene in the International Stores, Crediton, Devon
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Scene in the International Stores, Crediton, Devon
Scene in the International Stores, Crediton, Devon, with two middle-aged women chatting in an aisle. The photograph dates from before decimalisation of the currency -- tins of peaches are priced at two shillings and three pence, rhubarb at one shilling and a penny, prunes at one shilling and creamed rice pudding reduced from one shilling to nine old pence per tin
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Media ID 4453635
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10411881
Age D Aisle Bottles Cardigan Cereals Chatting Cocoa Coffee Conversation Creamed Crediton Currency Decimalisation Floor Flour Packets Peaches Pence Penny Prunes Pudding Reduced Rhubarb Rice Shelf Shelves Shilling Shillings Shoes Stores Sugar Supermarket Tiled Tins Wire
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Discover the timeless charm of the past with our Media Storehouse Canvas Prints, featuring the captivating image "Scene in the International Stores, Crediton, Devon" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative photograph transports you back in time with two middle-aged women engaged in a friendly conversation amidst the bustling aisles of a traditional grocery store. The scene, set before decimalisation, showcases an array of tin labels displaying prices in shillings and pence, adding to the intrigue and nostalgia. Bring this piece of history into your home and add a unique touch to your decor with our premium canvas prints, expertly crafted to bring out the rich details and vivid colors of the original image.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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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Step back in time with this charming scene captured in the International Stores of Crediton, Devon, during the 1960s. Two middle-aged women engage in a friendly conversation as they browse through the aisles, surrounded by the sights and sounds of a bustling British supermarket. The photograph, taken before the decimalisation of the currency in 1971, showcases the prices of various goods displayed on the tiled floor. Tins of peaches and creamed rice pudding are priced at two shillings and three pence, rhubarb at one shilling and a penny, and prunes at one shilling. The women, dressed in cardigans and suits, are deep in conversation as they examine the shelves filled with a variety of goods. A basket sits at their feet, filled with items such as sugar, flour, and tea. The scene is further enhanced by the display of wire baskets and the intricate tiling on the floor. The International Stores, with its wide aisles and high ceilings, was a popular shopping destination in Crediton, Devon, during the 1960s. The store offered a vast selection of goods, from canned foods and cereals to packets of flour and bottles of cocoa. The women's conversation is a reminder of the social aspect of shopping during this era, where a trip to the store was not just about purchasing necessities but also an opportunity to connect with others in the community. This photograph captures a moment in time, offering a glimpse into the past and the everyday life of Britain during the 1960s. The scene is a testament to the enduring charm of the English shopping experience and the simple pleasure of a good conversation in the aisle.
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