Fine Art Print : Boys eat chips beneath a sign for a Salford sauna
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Boys eat chips beneath a sign for a Salford sauna
Boys eat chips beneath a sign for a Salford sauna Date: circa 1980
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Media ID 14359479
© Martin ONeill / Mary Evans Picture Library
1980 Beneath Chips Eighties Everyday Martin Salford Sauna
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Introducing the captivating addition to your home decor from Media Storehouse's Fine Art Prints collection. This evocative black-and-white image, 'Boys eat chips beneath a sign for a Salford sauna' (circa 1980), brings a nostalgic charm and a sense of history. Captured by an unnamed photographer and rights-managed through Mary Evans Prints Online, this print invites you to ponder the stories behind the scene. Experience the rich textures and intricate details that come to life in this timeless piece, perfect for adding depth and character to any room in your home.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 50.8cm (14" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Boys Eat Chips Beneath a Sign for a Salford Sauna" is a poignant and evocative photograph capturing the essence of everyday life in the 1980s northern English city of Salford. The image, taken circa 1980, depicts two young boys casually seated on the pavement, engrossed in the simple pleasure of eating chips from paper cones. The scene is set against the backdrop of a worn-out sign advertising a local sauna, its neon lights flickering in the damp, grey air. The photograph encapsulates the spirit of working-class social life in Salford during this period. The boys, dressed in typical 80s attire, seem oblivious to the world around them as they focus on their meal. The sauna sign, a common sight on the streets of Salford, serves as a reminder of the area's industrial past and its unique cultural identity. Martin, the photographer, skillfully captures the authenticity of the moment, inviting the viewer to reflect on the everyday experiences of life in Salford during the 1980s. The photograph is a testament to the power of street photography to document the social and cultural history of a place and its people. The image is a powerful reminder of the importance of preserving the past and celebrating the everyday moments that shape our collective memory. It is a must-have for anyone interested in the social history of northern England during the 1980s or the work of Martin, a renowned photographer known for his evocative and insightful images of urban life.
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