Fine Art Print : Evesham Plum Picking Camp tents and trestles
Resolution may be poor at this size (78 DPI)
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Evesham Plum Picking Camp tents and trestles
Evesham Plum Picking Camp tents and trestles Date: 1940
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Media ID 14192802
© BPEOSA/BPE Archive Image Collection / Mary Evans
Archive Bedford Bpeosa College Evesham Physical Picking Plum Pupil Pupils Student Students Tents Trestles
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image of Evesham Plum Picking Camp, dated 1940, showcases the charm of a bygone era. The scene is filled with the rustic beauty of the camp, complete with colorful tents and sturdy trestles. The atmosphere is alive with the anticipation of a bountiful plum harvest. Bring this nostalgic moment into your home or office and add a touch of history and character to your space. Rights Managed through Mary Evans Prints Online.
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.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 35.4cm (20" x 13.9")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: Evesham Plum Picking Camp: A Snapshot of Physical Education in 1940s England This evocative black-and-white photograph captures the essence of a bygone era, transporting us back to the heart of Evesham Plum Picking Camp in the early 1940s. The image, taken during a time when Britain was grappling with the challenges of wartime, showcases the spirit of community and resilience that defined the era. The scene is set against the backdrop of a lush, green orchard, where rows of plum trees stretch as far as the eye can see. In the foreground, a group of students and pupils from a physical education college are seen hard at work, their faces focused and determined. They are perched atop wooden trestles, their hands deftly plucking ripe plums and depositing them into wicker baskets below. The photograph offers a glimpse into the physical education curriculum of the time, which emphasized the importance of outdoor activities and manual labor. The students and pupils, dressed in simple, practical clothing, are engaged in a quintessentially English tradition - plum picking. This hands-on experience not only provided valuable physical exercise but also taught important life skills, such as teamwork and perseverance. The camp itself is a testament to the ingenuity and resourcefulness of the era. Tents dot the landscape, providing temporary shelter for the students and pupils. A sense of camaraderie and shared purpose is palpable, as the group works together to harvest the plentiful crop. This photograph is an invaluable historical record, offering a unique insight into the daily life of a physical education college during the 1940s. It serves as a poignant reminder of a time when the simple pleasures of nature and the importance of community came together to create lasting memories.
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