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West Mersea Village & Post Office - Essex
West Mersea Village & Post Office (left) - Essex - the shop sign in the distance reads: " Oysters - Fresh Daily". Date: 1912
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Media ID 18953522
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Daily Essex Fresh Office Oysters Mersea
11"x8.5" Photo Print
Bring the charm of historic West Mersea Village to your home with this stunning photographic print from Media Storehouse. Taken in 1912, this image captures the quaint post office and shopfronts, including the enticing "Oysters - Fresh Daily" sign. Add a touch of timeless beauty to your decor with this high-quality print from Mary Evans Prints Online. #WestMerseaVillage #Essex #HistoricPhotography #HomeDecor
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 27.9cm x 17.6cm (11" x 6.9")
Estimated Product Size is 27.9cm x 21.6cm (11" x 8.5")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
Step back in time with this image of West Mersea Village & Post Office in Essex, England, dating back to 1912. The quaint village scene is a serene tableau of rural life in the early 20th century. West Mersea, an island village located in the Colne Estuary, is renowned for its thriving oyster industry, as evidenced by the shop sign in the distance, proudly proclaiming "Oysters - Fresh Daily." The horse-drawn cart parked in front of the post office adds to the sense of history and tradition. The post office, a vital hub of communication and commerce, stands as a testament to the community's resilience and self-sufficiency. The red pillar box outside the post office, a common sight in British villages during this era, symbolizes the importance of mail delivery in connecting people to the wider world. The horse and cart, a mode of transportation that was ubiquitous during this period, adds to the rustic charm of the scene. The horse, harnessed and ready to go, seems to be waiting for its passenger or cargo. The muted colors and soft focus of the photograph lend an ethereal quality to the image, transporting us to a simpler time. The tranquil atmosphere of the village, with its thatched-roof cottages and picturesque streets, invites us to imagine the daily routines and stories of the people who once lived there. This photograph is a beautiful reminder of the rich history and character of West Mersea Village and the Essex countryside in the 1910s. It is a precious document of a bygone era, capturing the essence of a community that has thrived for centuries, rooted in its traditions and connected to the natural beauty of its surroundings.
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