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Fine Art Print : Firefighters outside a canteen van, Battersea, London
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Firefighters outside a canteen van, Battersea, London
Firefighters in traditional brass helmets enjoying some refreshments outside a canteen van in Battersea Park, London, watched by a boy on roller skates. Date: 1937
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Media ID 14157739
© London Fire Brigade / Mary Evans Picture Library
Battersea Brass Canteen Catering Enjoying Helmets Kitchen Kitchens Mobile Refreshments Roller Skates Vans Vehicles Watching 1937 Firefighter Firefighters Firefighting Fireman Firemen
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Add a touch of history to your walls with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the iconic image of Firefighters in Battersea, London. This captivating photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the essence of a bygone era with firefighters in traditional brass helmets taking a well-deserved break outside a canteen van. The scene, set in Battersea Park in 1937, is further enlivened by the presence of a curious boy on roller skates, observing the action from a distance. Bring this fascinating piece of history into your home and relive the charm of the past with our high-quality Fine Art Print.
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 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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.
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This evocative photograph captures a moment of respite for London Fire Brigade firefighters during a busy day in Battersea Park, London, in 1937. The firefighters, dressed in their traditional brass helmets and uniforms, are seen enjoying refreshments outside a mobile canteen van. The van, which was an essential part of the fire service's infrastructure during the 1930s, provided hot meals and drinks to the hardworking firefighters. The scene is watched by a curious boy on roller skates, adding a touch of innocence and normalcy to the otherwise intense and high-pressure environment of firefighting. The firefighters' relaxed expressions and body language suggest that this brief break is much-needed and appreciated. The photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, providing insight into the daily routine of the London Fire Brigade during the 1930s. The use of traditional brass helmets, which were phased out in the 1940s, adds to the historical significance of the image. Battersea Park, with its lush greenery and tranquil atmosphere, provides a striking contrast to the hustle and bustle of firefighting. The photograph also highlights the importance of catering services in ensuring the wellbeing and productivity of the firefighters, who were often called upon to work long hours in challenging conditions. Overall, this photograph is a poignant reminder of the human side of firefighting, and the importance of taking a moment to rest and recharge amidst the chaos and uncertainty of emergency situations.
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