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Canvas Print : Basket race in Covent Garden market, London. 9th May 1970
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Basket race in Covent Garden market, London. 9th May 1970
Johnson and Bradshaw
Sunday Mirror
Mirrorpix
London
England
DM 70 4345
Media ID 21865673
© Mirrorpix
Baskets Covent Garden Customs Funny Racing Traditional 1970
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Step back in time with our captivating Canvas Print from the Media Storehouse's Memory Lane Prints collection. This vintage photograph, taken on the bustling streets of Covent Garden market in London on May 9, 1970, captures the excitement of a traditional basket race. Johnson and Bradshaw's masterful composition perfectly encapsulates the spirit of the day, with the lively crowd cheering on the racers. Bring this piece of history into your home and add a unique touch to your decor. Experience the charm of the past with every glance.
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 76.2cm (20" x 30")
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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This photo print, titled "Basket race in Covent Garden market, London. 9th May 1970" takes us back to a bygone era filled with laughter and tradition. The image captures the essence of a unique sporting event that once graced the bustling streets of Covent Garden. Set against the backdrop of historic architecture, this snapshot showcases a jovial scene where locals gather to witness an extraordinary spectacle. Men clad in traditional attire can be seen racing through the cobblestone streets, each balancing precariously on their heads an assortment of baskets overflowing with produce. Their determined expressions are juxtaposed with the absurdity of their chosen mode of transportation, evoking both amusement and admiration from onlookers. The year is 1970; it's a time when customs and traditions still hold sway amidst modernity's encroachment. This photograph encapsulates that delicate balance between old-world charm and evolving societal norms. It reminds us that even in fast-paced London, there was room for lightheartedness and mirth. As we gaze upon this piece from Johnson and Bradshaw's collection at Memory Lane Prints, we're transported back to an era where street scenes like these were commonplace but now exist only as cherished memories frozen in time. Let this picture serve as a reminder to embrace our cultural heritage while celebrating moments that bring joy into our lives - no matter how unconventional they may seem!
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