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Farewell Son
19th September 1925: Call boy Alfred Ayre waves goodbye to his mother at Waterloo train station, London, to take up his contract in America. (Photo by MacGregor/Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)
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MacGregor
Media ID 19075487
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Step into history with our exquisite Canvas Print of 'Farewell Son' by MacGregor from our Media Storehouse collection. Capturing a poignant moment in time, this 1925 photograph depicts a call boy, Alfred Ayre, bidding farewell to his mother at Waterloo train station in London, as he sets off to fulfill his contract in America. This stunning Fine Art print brings the past to life, with vibrant colors and intricate details that are sure to captivate your senses. Add a touch of history and emotion to your home decor with this beautiful Canvas Print from Media Storehouse.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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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In this photograph, taken on the 19th of September 1925 at Waterloo train station in London, we witness a poignant farewell between a young man and his mother. The image captures the emotional moment as Alfred Ayre, a call boy, prepares to embark on an incredible journey across the Atlantic to fulfill his contract in America. The composition is beautifully framed in landscape format, allowing us to fully immerse ourselves in the scene. The stark contrast of light and shadow adds depth and intensity to the image, emphasizing both the anticipation and sadness that permeate this farewell. Alfred stands tall with determination while clutching his suitcase tightly, ready to embrace new opportunities awaiting him overseas. His mother's face reveals a mix of pride for her son's brave endeavor but also heartache at their imminent separation. Their eyes meet one last time before he boards the train; it is a fleeting connection filled with unspoken words. This photograph not only captures a significant historical moment but also evokes universal emotions of love, sacrifice, and longing. It serves as a timeless reminder of human resilience and our innate desire for exploration beyond borders. MacGregor's masterful photography skillfully immortalizes this bittersweet farewell forever etched into history. As we gaze upon this print from Fine Art Storehouse today, we are transported back in time to witness an intimate glimpse into one family's story amidst an era defined by change and possibility.
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