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Canvas Print : Advert for Barkers of Kensington, 1951
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Advert for Barkers of Kensington, 1951
Advert for Barkers of Kensington, 1951. From a guide to the Festival of Britain, 1951
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Media ID 14960313
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1950s Advert Advertisement Arial View Elevated View English Text Festival Of Britain Fifties Kensington And Chelsea Lower Case Retailer Retailing Roof Garden Shopping Centre Western Script
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Media Storehouse Canvas Prints, featuring the iconic "Advert for Barkers of Kensington, 1951" image from Heritage Images. This captivating vintage advertisement, showcasing a guide to the Festival of Britain, transports you to a bygone era of elegance and charm. Perfectly replicated on high-quality canvas, each print boasts stunning detail and vibrant colors, bringing history into your home in a truly unique and stylish way. Experience the rich tapestry of the past, one timeless image at a time.
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 Image Size (if not cropped) is 36.8cm x 50.8cm (14.5" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This vibrant print captures an iconic advertisement for Barkers of Kensington, dating back to 1951. The image is taken from a guide to the Festival of Britain, which was a significant event in London during that time. The photograph showcases the bustling cityscape and urban atmosphere of post-war London. The advert itself is a striking display of color and text, showcasing the retailer's name in bold lettering against a backdrop of lush greenery from their rooftop garden. This unique combination perfectly represents the fusion between industry and nature that defined this era. The elevated view allows us to appreciate not only the advertisement but also the surrounding cityscape, with its distinctive architecture and bustling streets below. It provides a glimpse into life in 1950s London, capturing both the energy and sophistication of this vibrant metropolis. Barkers of Kensington was renowned as one of London's premier shopping destinations at that time, making this advert an important relic from an era when retailing was undergoing significant changes. Its presence within the Festival of Britain guide further emphasizes its significance as part of British cultural history. This print serves as a reminder not only of Barkers' legacy but also as a testament to how advertising has evolved over time. It encapsulates an entire decade within its frame while offering viewers an intriguing glimpse into mid-20th century England.
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