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Canvas Print : New Years Eve Giants, Lostwithiel, Cornwall. 31st December 1990
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New Years Eve Giants, Lostwithiel, Cornwall. 31st December 1990
The first year that hand-made giants, accompanied by music, roamed the streets of Lostwithiel on New Years Eve. The brainchild of John and Frances Webb, the tradition has continued. Photographer: Jonathan Barker
Royal Cornwall Museum is the UK's Greatest Museum For Cornish Life & Culture
TRURI : 2017.5.267
Media ID 15293913
© RIC, photographer Jonathan Barker
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Celebrate the magic of tradition with this stunning Canvas Print from Media Storehouse. Featuring the iconic image of "New Years Eve Giants, Lostwithiel, Cornwall. 31st December 1990" from the Royal Cornwall Museum, this print captures the enchanting moment when the hand-made giants made their debut on the streets of Lostwithiel, marking the beginning of a cherished New Year's Eve custom. Bring the rich history and community spirit of Cornwall into your home with this beautiful and vivid canvas print.
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 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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Captured in this timeless print is the enchanting spectacle of the New Years Eve Giants, a beloved tradition that took root in Lostwithiel, Cornwall on December 31st, 1990. Conceived by the creative minds of John and Frances Webb, this event marked its inaugural year with hand-made giants parading through the streets accompanied by vibrant music. The image transports us to a magical moment where these towering figures, adorned with intricate details and brought to life by skilled artisans, take center stage. Their giant hands reach out towards the sky as if embracing the excitement and anticipation that fills the air during this festive night. As we delve into this snapshot frozen in time, we are reminded of how traditions have an enduring power to unite communities. The New Years Eve Giants have become an integral part of Lostwithiel's cultural fabric since their inception. Year after year, they continue to captivate locals and visitors alike with their awe-inspiring presence. This photograph also pays homage to those talented musicians who accompany these colossal creations on their journey through town. Their melodies infuse joy into every step taken by these majestic giants while creating an unforgettable atmosphere for all who witness it. Preserved within this image lies not just a celebration of Cornish heritage but also a testament to human creativity and imagination. It serves as a reminder that even amidst modernity's relentless march forward, cherished customs like these can endure – connecting generations across time.
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