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Annie Benham, a Romany traveller
A portrait of Annie Benham, a Romany traveller pictured in the Dorset Downs. Date: 1939
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Media ID 32241302
© Illustrated London News Ltd / Mary Evans
Alternative Annie Cultures Diverse Diversity Dorset Downs Faces Folk Free Gipsies Gipsy Gypsies Gypsy Interesting Minority Roaming Roma Romani Romany Scruffy Spirit Spirits Traveller Travellers Travelling Weathered Benham Minorities
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Standard Size Mouse Pad 7.75" x 9..25". High density Neoprene w linen surface. Easy to clean, stain resistant finish. Rounded corners.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 16.7cm x 23.7cm (6.6" x 9.3")
Estimated Product Size is 20.2cm x 23.7cm (8" x 9.3")
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.
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Annie Benham: A Portrait of a Romany Traveller Amidst the Dorset Downs (1939) This evocative black and white portrait captures the weathered face and resilient spirit of Annie Benham, a Romany traveller, as she gazes out at the expansive Dorset Downs. The image, taken in 1939, offers a glimpse into the lives of these often misunderstood and marginalised communities, who have long roamed the English countryside as part of their nomadic tradition. Annie's face, etched with the lines of time and the elements, tells a story of a life spent travelling and living freely. Her eyes, filled with a quiet intensity, suggest a depth of experience and wisdom that belies her years. The scruffy, yet beautiful, clothing she wears is a testament to her alternative lifestyle, as are the colourful patterns adorning her shawl and the intricate silver jewellery that adorns her ears and wrists. The Dorset Downs, with their rolling hills and vast expanses of green, provide a striking backdrop to this portrait. The weathered, yet vibrant, landscape mirrors the rich cultural diversity and resilience of the Romany people, who have faced discrimination and marginalisation throughout history. This image, taken during the 1930s, offers a poignant reminder of the importance of preserving the stories and cultures of ethnic minorities and marginalised communities. Annie Benham's portrait is not only a beautiful work of art, but also a window into a unique and fascinating aspect of English folklore and history.
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