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St. Ives, Cornwall - A Salvation Army open air meeting
St. Ives, Cornwall - A Salvation Army open air meeting on the slipway, where hundreds would gather to sing favourite hymns and listen to the gospel on a Sunday evening. Date: circa 1940s
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Media ID 14403725
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Band Cornish Crowds Gospel Hymns Ives Listening Meeting Readings Salvation Sep16 Sing Slipway
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Bring the historic charm of St. Ives, Cornwall into your home with our exquisite Canvas Print of 'St. Ives, Cornwall - A Salvation Army Open Air Meeting'. This captivating image, taken circa 1940s from the Mary Evans Prints Online archive, showcases a poignant moment in time when hundreds gathered on the slipway for an open-air Salvation Army meeting. Singing favourite hymns and listening to the gospel under the Cornish sun, this scene is a beautiful representation of community and faith. Our high-quality Canvas Prints are meticulously crafted to bring out the rich details and colours of this evocative photograph, making it a stunning addition to any room in your home.
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.
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Estimated Product Size is 76.2cm x 50.8cm (30" x 20")
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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1. Title: "A Gathering of Faith: St. Ives, Cornwall - A Salvation Army Open Air Meeting on the Slipway, Circa 1940s" 2. Description: This evocative black-and-white photograph captures the spirit of community and devotion at a Salvation Army open-air meeting in the picturesque coastal town of St. Ives, Cornwall, during the 1940s. Hundreds of people, dressed in their Sunday best, have gathered on the slipway, a narrow, sloping pathway leading from the harbor to the land, to sing their favorite hymns and listen to the gospel. The Salvation Army band, standing at the front, leads the congregation in song, their instruments at the ready. 3. Background: The Salvation Army, an international Christian evangelical organization, has a long history in Cornwall, with St. Ives being one of its most active centers. Open-air meetings were a regular occurrence in the town, attracting large crowds of locals and visitors alike. These meetings provided a sense of unity and spiritual solace, particularly during the challenging times of the 1940s. 4. Scene Details: The photograph showcases the diverse demographic of the congregation, with people of all ages and backgrounds coming together to share in their faith. The women, dressed in elegant dresses and hats, sit on the grassy bank, while the men and children stand at the front, joining in the singing. The atmosphere is one of peace and tranquility, with the setting sun casting a warm glow over the scene. 5. Historical Significance: This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, providing insight into the role of religion in the daily lives of people in St. Ives during the 1940s. It also highlights the importance of community and the power of music and song in bringing people together. The Salvation Army open-air meetings remain an enduring symbol of the town's rich cultural heritage.
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