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St Giles Fair, Oxford CC49_00539
St Giles Fair, Oxford, Oxfordshire, September 1905.
Photographed by Henry William Taunt (1842-1922) on silver gelatin glass plate negative. Despite the bustle of St Giless Fair, the photographer Henry Taunt has inevitably attracted attention perched, presumably on a stepladder, above the fairgoers. Employees of the ornately decorated Taylors Royal Electric Coliseum are drumming up business, and a Fried Fish and Chip Potato wagon stands beside the gas lamp. St Giless Fair had evolved from a parish wake first mentioned in 1624 into a major amusement fair with special trains bringing visitors from far afield. Taunt photographed the fair from the late 1860s, hoping of course to sell many images, and also out of personal interest
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Media ID 10928853
© Historic England
Archive Edwardian Event Fairground Leisure People Picturing England Recreation
18x24 inch Poster Print
Introducing the stunning St Giles Fair poster print from Media Storehouse, featuring the captivating photograph by Henry Taunt from Historic England. Taken in September 1905 in Oxford, England, this vintage image transports you back in time to the lively and colorful St Giles Fair. The intricate details and authenticity of this silver gelatin glass plate negative are beautifully preserved in this high-quality poster print. Add a touch of history and character to your walls with this unique and captivating piece from Media Storehouse.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
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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> The way we were
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EDITORS COMMENTS
In this photograph, St Giles Fair in Oxford comes alive with the vibrant energy of Edwardian England. Taken in September 1905 by Henry William Taunt, the image showcases the bustling atmosphere of the fairground as people from all walks of life gather to enjoy the festivities. Taunt, perched above the scene on a stepladder, skillfully captures the moment with an ornately decorated Taylors Royal Electric Coliseum in the foreground. Employees of the establishment can be seen drumming up business, while a Fried Fish and Chip Potato wagon stands beside a gas lamp, adding to the enticing aroma of the fair. St Giles Fair had a rich history, evolving from a parish wake first mentioned in 1624 into a major amusement fair that attracted visitors from far and wide. Taunt, who began photographing the fair from the late 1860s, was undoubtedly drawn to the lively scene before him, both for commercial purposes and out of personal interest. This photograph is a testament to the enduring charm of the English fairground, with its colorful displays, enticing food stalls, and the promise of excitement and adventure. The photograph, taken on a silver gelatin glass plate negative, is a precious piece of history that transports us back in time to a moment of joy and celebration. The intricate details, from the intricately decorated Coliseum to the expressions on the faces of the fairgoers, make this image a must-see for anyone interested in the history of England, events, people, recreation, and leisure.
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