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Metal Print : Group of children sittiing on kerb, Balham, SW London
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Group of children sittiing on kerb, Balham, SW London
A group of children sitting on the kerb in a Balham street, SW London, playing with a battered old suitcase. Date: circa 1961
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Media ID 14189569
© The Paul Kaye Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
Balham Battered Childhood Drain Gutter Kerb Suitcase Urchin Urchins
16"x20" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Bring a nostalgic moment to life with our Media Storehouse Metal Print of a charming group of children sitting on the kerb in Balham, SW London. Captured in the 1960s, this timeless image from Mary Evans Prints Online shows the children playing with a battered old suitcase, creating a heartwarming scene of innocence and joy. Our high-quality Metal Prints are made using a unique process that prints the image directly onto a sheet of aluminum, resulting in a vibrant, long-lasting, and waterproof piece of art that adds character to any room. Relive the magic of the past with this beautiful and evocative image.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 51.4cm x 41.2cm (20.2" x 16.2")
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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In this evocative black-and-white photograph, a group of children happily engage in an impromptu game on the sun-dappled pavement of a Balham street in South West London, circa 1961. The scene is one of simple childhood joy, as the young urchins, dressed in clothes that speak of a bygone era, sit on the kerb and play with a battered old suitcase. The suitcase, its edges worn and its handle frayed, serves as a makeshift prop for their imaginative play. The children, a mix of girls and boys, sit close together, their faces filled with excitement and focus as they explore the contents of the suitcase. The older girls seem to be in charge, directing the activities with a sense of authority that belies their young age. The boys, meanwhile, look on with rapt attention, eager to join in the fun. The scene is set against the backdrop of a typical 1960s urban landscape. The cobblestone street, lined with tall, red-brick buildings, is dotted with drains and gutter pipes. The sun casts long shadows on the pavement, adding depth and texture to the photograph. This photograph captures a moment in time, a snapshot of a simpler era when children could find hours of entertainment in the most ordinary of objects. It is a reminder of the resilience and creativity of children, and the enduring power of imagination. The image also serves as a historical document, offering a glimpse into the past and the everyday lives of children growing up in Balham during the 1960s.
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