Fine Art Print : The Caledonian Market in Islington
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The Caledonian Market in Islington
Scene at the Caledonian Market at Islington where buyers and sellers thronged every Friday morning. It was renowned for junk, bric-a-brac and antiques. Date: 1925
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Media ID 14387780
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Antiques Apr16 Brac Bric Buyers Caledonian Islington Junk Markets Places Sellers Traders 1925
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the bustling scene at Islington's Caledonian Market in 1925. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the vibrant energy of the weekly market where buyers and sellers came together to trade in junk, bric-a-brac, and antiques. Bring the charm of the past into your home or office with this beautifully preserved piece of history.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 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.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 53.3cm (14" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
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 evocative photograph captures the bustling scene at The Caledonian Market in Islington, London, on a typical Friday morning in 1925. The market, renowned for its junk, bric-a-brac, and antiques, was a beloved institution in the community and attracted a lively crowd of buyers and sellers. In the foreground, a group of intrepid shoppers haggle over the prices of vintage treasures, their expressions a mix of determination and delight. A seller, dressed in a worn apron and a bowler hat, holds up a delicate porcelain figurine for closer inspection. Nearby, a trader displays an array of antique clocks, their faces worn with the passage of time. The market stalls, crammed with an eclectic mix of items, stretch out as far as the eye can see. Old books, vintage clothing, and ornate silverware are just a few of the many wares on offer. The air is filled with the sounds of lively banter, the clinking of coins, and the scent of fresh flowers and old books. Despite the passage of time, The Caledonian Market remains a vibrant and social hub, a place where people come together to buy, sell, and connect. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when the thrill of the hunt for a hidden gem was a cherished part of the weekly routine.
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