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Fine Art Print : Pearly king, London, 1926-1927. Artist: Hoppe
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Pearly king, London, 1926-1927. Artist: Hoppe
Pearly king, London, 1926-1927. Cockney Pearly kings (originally costermongers - fruit and vegetable sellers), wore suits covered in mother-of-pearl buttons. Illustration from Wonderful London, volume I, edited by Arthur St John Adcock, published by Amalgamated Press (London, 1926-1927)
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Adcock Arthur St John Arthur St John Adcock Cockney Costermonger Hoppe John Adcock Londoner Mother Of Pearl Photogravure Pipe Shell Tradition Typical Pearly King
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print of a Pearly King of London, captured in 1926-1927 by renowned photographers Hoppe by Hoppe and Arthur St John Adcock. This stunning image showcases the tradition of the Cockney Pearly Kings, who adorned themselves in suits covered in mother-of-pearl buttons, a symbol of their community and craftsmanship. Bring a piece of historical London charm into your home or office with this beautiful, museum-quality print from Media Storehouse's Fine Art Prints collection.
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 48.5cm (16" x 19.1")
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 print captures the essence of a Pearly king in London during the 1920s. The artist, Hoppe, skillfully portrays this iconic figure who was part of the Cockney culture. Originally costermongers or fruit and vegetable sellers, these individuals adorned themselves with suits covered in shimmering mother-of-pearl buttons. The image is taken from Wonderful London, volume I, edited by Arthur St John Adcock and published by Amalgamated Press in 1926-1927. It beautifully showcases the traditional dress and costume of a Pearly king against the backdrop of bustling city life. In this portrait, we see a distinguished man wearing his elaborate suit with pride. His hat adds an extra touch of style to his ensemble as he confidently poses for the camera while smoking his pipe. This photograph not only highlights the occupation and profession of a costermonger but also represents a cherished tradition that has been passed down through generations. Hoppe's monochrome depiction gives us a glimpse into what life was like in early 20th century London. The attention to detail captured in this photogravure allows us to appreciate both the craftsmanship behind each button on the suit as well as its cultural significance within British society. Overall, this print serves as an intriguing historical artifact that celebrates both individuality and tradition within one striking image.
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