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Fine Art Print : January, 1951. Creator: Shirley Markham
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January, 1951. Creator: Shirley Markham
January, 1951. Design for a calendar. Shirley Markham (1931-1999) studied Graphic Design and Illustration at Central School of Art in London from 1950-1952. The writer, artist, poet, and illustrator Mervyn Peake (1911-1968) was one of her tutors, and her style of drawing was also influenced by other British illustrators such as Edward Ardizzone, Quentin Blake and Edward Bawden. Markham spent time in the Dolomite Mountains in Italy, and also visited Rome, sketching classical buildings. After graduating from Central, she worked as a graphic designer, producing book illustrations, cartoons for comics, menus and programmes. She gave up her promising career however when she got married in 1957. Middle-class women at that time were expected to devote their energies to bringing up children and running the home, and despite her obvious talent, she lacked the confidence to return to illustration. Her portfolio remained in the family attic for many years, but now her work is published here for the first time
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1950s Calendar Fifties January Markham Month Post Box Rain Raining Retro Shirley Shirley Jane Shirley Jane Markham Shirley Markham Shirley Waite Street Corner Umbrella Umbrellas Waite
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite January print from the Media Storehouse Fine Art Prints collection. This captivating design, created by acclaimed graphic artist Shirley Markham in 1951, originally served as a calendar image. Markham's masterful use of color and composition transports us to a bygone era. With its rich, vibrant hues and intricate details, this print is a stunning addition to any home or office space. Bring a touch of mid-century charm to your decor and relish in the beauty of the past.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
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.
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This photo print, titled "January, 1951" showcases the exceptional talent of Shirley Markham. A student of Graphic Design and Illustration at London's Central School of Art from 1950 to 1952, Markham was fortunate enough to be mentored by the renowned writer, artist, poet, and illustrator Mervyn Peake. Her artistic style drew inspiration from esteemed British illustrators like Edward Ardizzone, Quentin Blake, and Edward Bawden. During her time in Italy's Dolomite Mountains and Rome, Markham sketched classical buildings that would later influence her work. After graduating from Central School of Art, she embarked on a successful career as a graphic designer. Her expertise extended to book illustrations, comics' cartoons menus for restaurants and programs for various events. However promising her career may have been though when she married in 1957 societal expectations dictated that middle-class women focus their energies on raising children and managing household affairs. Regrettably influenced by these norms despite her evident talent Markham abandoned illustration altogether. For years her remarkable portfolio remained hidden away in the family attic until now. Today we are privileged to witness the publication of her work for the first time—a testament to both her skill as an artist and the unfortunate limitations imposed upon women during that era. This print serves as a reminder not only of Markham's immense potential but also sheds light on the struggles faced by countless talented women whose creativity was stifled by societal pressures
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