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Framed Print : S. Hicks & Son Garage, Boscawen Bridge, Truro, Cornwall. May 1921
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S. Hicks & Son Garage, Boscawen Bridge, Truro, Cornwall. May 1921
S. Hicks & Son Garage, by Boscawen Bridge, an authorised Ford dealer for motors and carriages of all descriptions. Two well dressed men wearing bowler hats are chatting in the street. Photographer: Arthur William Jordan
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TRURI : TRUprv.11
Media ID 13789983
© From the collection of the RIC
14"x12" (38x32cm) Modern Frame
Step back in time with our vintage Framed Print from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating image taken from the Royal Cornwall Museum archives transports you to May 1921, Boscawen Bridge, Truro, Cornwall. Witness the charm of S. Hicks & Son Garage, an authorized Ford dealer, where two elegantly dressed gentlemen in bowler hats engage in a deep conversation on the bustling street. Add this timeless piece to your home or office decor and let the history of this iconic garage tell its story.
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 20cm (9.6" x 7.9")
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
In this print from May 1921, we are transported back in time to the bustling streets of Truro, Cornwall. The focal point is the prominent S. Hicks & Son Garage, situated near the picturesque Boscawen Bridge. This establishment proudly served as an authorized Ford dealer for motors and carriages of all descriptions. The image captures a slice of daily life as two well-dressed gentlemen donning their fashionable bowler hats engage in a lively conversation on the street outside the garage. Their animated gestures suggest a friendly exchange amidst the backdrop of vintage cars parked nearby. Photographer Arthur William Jordan skillfully immortalizes this moment, allowing us to appreciate not only his technical prowess but also his ability to capture candid human interactions with such authenticity. This photograph serves as a testament to both Cornish history and automotive heritage, showcasing how local businesses like S. Hicks & Son played an integral role in serving their community's transportation needs during that era. Displayed at the Royal Cornwall Museum, this remarkable piece offers viewers a glimpse into Truro's past while highlighting its connection to wider social and economic developments taking place across Britain at that time.
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