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Framed Print : Model yacht club MCF01_02_0084
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Model yacht club MCF01_02_0084
KENSINGTON GARDENS, ROUND POND, KENSINGTON, CITY OF WESTMINSTER, GREATER LONDON. Children with their model yachts at Round Pond on Whit Monday.
There has been a model yacht club at Round pound since 1876
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Media ID 26935119
© Historic England Archive
1900s Childhood Pond Sport And Recreation Bank Holiday Children Playing Model Boats Social History
14"x12" (38x32cm) Modern Frame
Introducing the stunning Framed Print from Media Storehouse's Historic England collection, featuring the captivating work of Katherine MacFee titled "Model Yacht Club MCF01_02_0084". This exquisite piece transports you to Kensington Gardens, where children delight in sailing their model yachts on the serene Round Pond. Experience the charm of a bygone era with this beautiful, vintage photograph, expertly framed to preserve and showcase its timeless appeal. Bring a touch of history and nostalgia to your home or office with this unique and enchanting Framed Print.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (38x32cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 18.5cm (9.6" x 7.3")
Estimated Product Size is 37.6cm x 32.5cm (14.8" x 12.8")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photo print, captured by Katherine MacFee, transports us back to the early 1900s in Kensington Gardens, Greater London. The image showcases a delightful scene at Round Pond on Whit Monday - a bank holiday filled with joy and excitement for children of that era. In the foreground, we see a group of children eagerly engaged in their favorite pastime - sailing model yachts. With sheer enthusiasm and concentration etched on their faces, these young sailors proudly navigate their boats across the tranquil waters of Round Pond. Their playful interactions with each other reflect the carefree spirit of childhood. The significance of this moment is not lost upon us as we learn that there has been a model yacht club at Round Pond since 1876. This timeless tradition continues to bring together generations of enthusiasts who share an unwavering passion for model boats. Beyond its recreational aspect, this photograph also provides valuable insight into social history. It offers a glimpse into how children spent their leisure time during this period - engaging in outdoor activities that fostered creativity and camaraderie. Katherine MacFee's skillful composition captures both the innocence and energy exuded by these young sailors against the backdrop of Kensington Gardens' natural beauty. This print serves as a poignant reminder of simpler times when imagination thrived amidst nature's embrace.
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