Framed Print : Social / Common Room 1950S
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Social / Common Room 1950S
Undergraduates relaxing in the Common Room at Ruskin College, Oxford Date: 1950s
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Media ID 7121001
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College Common Oxford Relaxing Ruskin Undergraduates
22"x18" Modern Frame
Step back in time with our exquisite framed print from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring "Social / Common Room 1950s" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image transports you to the charming atmosphere of a university common room in the 1950s, where undergraduates are seen relaxing and engaging in lively conversation. The warm tones and authentic details of this vintage photograph beautifully capture the essence of a bygone era. Display this timeless piece in your home or office to add a touch of nostalgia and character to your space.
20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 45.7cm (20" x 18")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 45.7cm (22" x 18")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures a moment of quiet camaraderie among undergraduates in the Common Room at Ruskin College, Oxford during the 1950s. The scene is set in a cozy, dimly lit room filled with comfortable armchairs and tables strewn with books and cups of tea. The students, dressed in smart attire, are engrossed in conversation or lost in thought, their faces reflecting a sense of focused intensity. The atmosphere is one of intellectual pursuit and community, as the future leaders of society gather to discuss ideas and forge lifelong friendships. Ruskin College, a progressive adult education institution founded in 1900, was known for its commitment to social justice and equality. This Common Room, with its warm and inviting ambiance, served as a hub of intellectual and social activity for its students. The photograph offers a glimpse into the daily life of undergraduates in post-war Britain, a time of great change and innovation. The 20th century was a pivotal period in the history of higher education in the UK, and this photograph captures the essence of the era. The students in the photograph are a testament to the enduring power of education to bring people together, to challenge the status quo, and to create positive change in the world. This image is a poignant reminder of the importance of community, intellectual curiosity, and the pursuit of knowledge, values that remain relevant today.
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