Fine Art Print : Customs / Cheese Rolling
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Customs / Cheese Rolling
Cheese Rolling at Coopers Hill. For over 400 years this Whit-Monday ceremony has taken place to preserve rights of common as grazing-ground. In the 1950s when this picture was taken, it is reported that the ceremony had become so popular that the R.A.C. have had to superintend parking. Today, up to 15, 000 people have been known to attend, causing safety and traffic access problems
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1950 Bizarre Ceremony Cheese Common Dangerous Glos Gradient Grazing Hazardous Monday Preserve Rolling Spectators Whit Years Rights Witcombe
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the rich history and vibrant traditions of the past with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring this captivating image of the ancient Cheese Rolling ceremony at Coopers Hill. This rights-managed print, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you back in time for over 400 years to this unique Whit-Monday event, where participants race down the steep hill in pursuit of a large wheel of cheese, preserving the rights of common as grazing-ground. Add a touch of history and culture to your home or office with these stunning, high-quality prints.
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 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" 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
This print captures the centuries-old tradition of Cheese Rolling at Coopers Hill in Gloucestershire, England. Dating back over 400 years, this Whit-Monday ceremony was originally held to preserve the rights of common as a grazing-ground for locals. However, by the 1950s, it had evolved into a popular and somewhat bizarre event that attracted up to 15,000 spectators.
In this snapshot from the past, we see a large crowd gathered on the steep hillside, eagerly awaiting the start of the hazardous cheese rolling competition. The gradient of the hill adds an extra element of danger to an already risky event. It is no wonder that safety measures were put in place by organizations such as the R.A.C., who had to supervise parking due to the overwhelming number of attendees.
Today, Cheese Rolling at Coopers Hill continues to draw crowds from far and wide, causing traffic access problems and safety concerns for organizers. Despite these challenges, this historical ceremony remains a beloved tradition that showcases Britain's unique customs and cultural heritage. This print serves as a reminder of a time when communities came together to celebrate their rights and enjoy some truly eccentric entertainment.
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