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A glimpse of the past, during the alnwick costume Fair, as local tradesman Adrian Ions
A glimpse of the past, during the alnwick costume Fair, as local tradesman Adrian Ions, in the part of a footpad, gets the treatment in the stocks as he has his beard shaved for his sins on 5th July 1973
NCJ
NCJ Archive
Mirrorpix
Media ID 21666975
© Mirrorpix
Fete Laughing Medium Group Of People Shaving Stocks Trapped Uk Social History Lather Mixed Age Range
14"x18" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x12" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.4cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 45.8cm x 35.6cm (18" x 14")
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
In this print titled "A Glimpse of the Past" we are transported back to the Alnwick Costume Fair in 1973. The image captures a moment of lightheartedness and amusement as local tradesman Adrian Ions finds himself trapped in the stocks, enduring a peculiar punishment for his sins. Dressed as a footpad, Adrian's mischievous grin suggests that he is fully embracing the spirit of the fair. Surrounded by a medium-sized group of people with mixed ages, their laughter fills the air as they witness this comical spectacle unfold. It is evident that this event was not only an opportunity for entertainment but also served as a social gathering where community members could come together and enjoy each other's company. The focal point of the photograph lies on Adrian's face, specifically his beard being shaved off. Lather covers his chin while an unidentified individual meticulously wields a razor, symbolizing both tradition and transformation. This act serves as a reminder of how customs evolve over time and how individuals willingly participate in such rituals to connect with their heritage. This snapshot offers us more than just visual pleasure; it provides valuable insight into UK social history during the 1970s - an era characterized by fairs like these that brought communities closer through shared experiences and joyful moments. As we gaze upon this nostalgic scene captured by NCJ from Memory Lane Prints, we can't help but be reminded of simpler times filled with laughter and camaraderie
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