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Canal Railings
16th August 1912: Children leaning over the railings beside the grand Union Canal at Maida Vale in London, a potential death trap. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)
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Topical Press Agency
Media ID 12023078
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1910 1919 Canal Child Climbing Death In A Row Leaning London England Opportunity Railing Transport Infrastructure Trap Maida Vale Union Canal
10"x8" Photo Print
Step back in time with our exquisite 'Canal Railings' photographic print from the Fine Art Storehouse by Topical Press Agency. Captured on 16th August 1912, this captivating image depicts children leaning over the railings beside the grand Union Canal at Maida Vale in London. The intricate details and tonal depth bring the history of this potential death trap to life. Add a touch of timeless charm to your home or office decor with this stunning piece of photographic art.
Photo prints are produced on Kodak professional photo paper resulting in timeless and breath-taking prints which are also ideal for framing. The colors produced are rich and vivid, with accurate blacks and pristine whites, resulting in prints that are truly timeless and magnificent. Whether you're looking to display your prints in your home, office, or gallery, our range of photographic prints are sure to impress. Dimensions refers to the size of the paper in inches.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 17.9cm (10" x 7")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 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, taken on the 16th of August in 1912 by the Topical Press Agency, transports us back to a different era. The image captures a group of children leaning over the railings beside the grand Union Canal at Maida Vale in London. In this seemingly innocent moment frozen in time, we are reminded of the potential dangers that lurked beneath their curious gazes. The canal railings, although serving as a barrier between land and water transport infrastructure, also presented an ominous threat. This picturesque scene belies the fact that these railings were considered a potential death trap for those who dared venture too close to its edge. In this historical snapshot, we witness both majesty and danger coexisting side by side. The horizontal composition highlights not only the vastness of the canal but also emphasizes how easily one could succumb to its depths. As we gaze upon this archival photograph, it evokes feelings of nostalgia and curiosity about life during early 20th century England. It serves as a reminder that even amidst innocence and playfulness, there can be hidden perils waiting to seize an opportunity. This stunning print from Fine Art Storehouse invites us to reflect on our own relationship with risk-taking and reminds us of how far transportation safety has come since those days when climbing over railings was seen as nothing more than child's play.
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