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Poster Print : The Obby Oss, Duke Street, Padstow, Cornwall. 1966
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The Obby Oss, Duke Street, Padstow, Cornwall. 1966
The May Day Obby Oss festival with the parade moving through the town. The Obby Oss is an integral part of the May Day celebrations in Padstow. Each year, on the 1st May, the town is decorated in greenery and the Oss (horse) parades the streets, followed by a teaser who holds a padded bat. The procession is accompanied by accordions, drums and singing. The fearsome Oss wears a large mask and swirling skirts under which he tries to catch young maids. Photographer: Charles Woolf
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TRURI : PADos.53a
Media ID 15263599
© RIC, photographer Charles Woolf
18x24 inch Poster Print
"Step back in time with our vivid and authentic Media Storehouse Poster Prints, featuring "The Obby Oss, Duke Street, Padstow, Cornwall. 1966". Witness the enchanting May Day celebrations as the Obby Oss parade winds through the quaint streets of Padstow, Cornwall. This captivating image, sourced from the Royal Cornwall Museum, transports you to the heart of this traditional English festival. Bring the magic of the Obby Oss into your home and add a unique touch to your decor. Order now and relive the magic of May Day celebrations, year after year."
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph captures the essence of tradition and merriment during the May Day Obby Oss festival in Padstow, Cornwall, back in 1966. The image showcases Duke Street adorned with vibrant greenery as the parade makes its way through town. At the heart of this annual celebration stands the fearsome Obby Oss, a majestic horse figure intricately crafted to embody both awe and excitement. Cloaked in swirling skirts and donning an imposing mask, he becomes a mythical creature that seeks to catch young maids who cross his path. A teaser follows closely behind, brandishing a padded bat ready for playful encounters. The procession is accompanied by lively accordions, rhythmic drums, and joyous singing that fill the air with infectious energy. Locals gather along the streets to witness this age-old spectacle unfold before their eyes. Photographer Charles Woolf has masterfully captured this moment frozen in time – a snapshot of history that encapsulates centuries of tradition passed down from generation to generation. It serves as a reminder of how deeply rooted cultural celebrations can be within communities. This remarkable print is now housed at Royal Cornwall Museum, serving as an enduring testament to Padstow's unique heritage and its unwavering commitment to preserving customs that bring people together year after year.
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