Photographic Print : The Sketch front cover - Festival of Britain
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The Sketch front cover - Festival of Britain
Front cover of the Sketch magazine, showing a map of the United Kingdom with rays emanating from the London area, together with a lady in historical costume holding a tray of toys, to represent the Festival of Britain about to open on Londons South Bank. Date: April 1951
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Media ID 7175965
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1951 Bank Colours Festival Maps Rays Toys Tray
14"x11" Photo Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse range of Photographic Prints featuring "The Sketch front cover - Festival of Britain" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This iconic image graced the front cover of Sketch magazine during the Festival of Britain in 1951. Capturing the spirit of the era, the photograph showcases a vibrant map of the United Kingdom with radiant rays emanating from London, accompanied by a graceful woman in historical attire, offering a tray of toys. Bring this nostalgic and evocative piece of British history into your home or office with our premium quality, professionally printed photographic prints. Order yours today and relive the magic of the Festival of Britain.
Photo prints are produced on Kodak professional photo paper resulting in timeless and breath-taking prints which are also ideal for framing. The colors produced are rich and vivid, with accurate blacks and pristine whites, resulting in prints that are truly timeless and magnificent. Whether you're looking to display your prints in your home, office, or gallery, our range of photographic prints are sure to impress. Dimensions refers to the size of the paper in inches.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.2cm x 35.5cm (9.9" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 27.9cm x 35.5cm (11" x 14")
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
This front cover of the Sketch magazine, dated April 1951, heralds the excitement and anticipation surrounding the upcoming Festival of Britain. The image features a vibrant map of the United Kingdom, with a focus on the London area, where rays of blue and red emanate from, symbolizing the cultural and historical significance of the event. A graceful lady in historical costume stands proudly, representing the rich heritage of the nation. She holds a tray laden with toys, a playful touch that embodies the spirit of joy and celebration. The toys, in various colors, add a pop of cheerfulness against the muted tones of the map. The Festival of Britain, which was scheduled to open on the South Bank of London in May 1951, was a national celebration aimed at boosting morale and promoting cultural regeneration following the hardships of World War II. The 50s aesthetic is beautifully captured in this cover, with its use of bold colors and evocative imagery. This iconic front cover is a testament to the optimism and hope that permeated the air during this period in British history. It serves as a reminder of the resilience and creativity of the people, and the power of art and culture to bring communities together.
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