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Fine Art Print : ASLEEP IN DECKCHAIRS
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ASLEEP IN DECKCHAIRS
Holidaymakers asleep in deckchairs on Brightons seafront
circa 1962
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Media ID 23032610
© Mary Evans Picture Library/HENRY GRANT
1962 Asleep Brighton Deckchairs Elderly Holidaymakers Seafront Sleeping
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Transport yourself to a bygone era with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library. This captivating image, titled "Asleep in Deckchairs," by Henry Grant, captures the essence of a relaxing holiday by the sea. The black-and-white photograph, taken circa 1962 on Brighton's iconic seafront, showcases a scene of holidaymakers peacefully dozing in their deckchairs. Add this timeless piece to your home decor and let the serene atmosphere of a traditional British seaside holiday enchant you every day.
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 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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
Drifting into Dreamland: A Timeless Moment of Relaxation on Brighton Seafront (circa 1962) This evocative photograph captures a serene moment in time, as a group of holidaymakers peacefully sleep in their deckchairs along Brighton seafront. The scene is set in the early 1960s, a period when simple pleasures and the joy of a family holiday by the seaside held great appeal. The image features an elderly couple, their faces weathered with the lines of age, dozing off in their deckchairs. Nearby, a man lies sprawled out, his arms thrown carelessly behind his head, while a woman, her eyes closed, cradles a sunhat in her hands. The peaceful slumber of these individuals is a testament to the rejuvenating power of the sea and sun. The deckchairs, worn and faded from years of use, are a symbol of the enduring charm of the British seaside holiday. The sea stretches out before them, its gentle waves lapping at the shore, adding to the tranquil atmosphere. The sky above is clear and blue, dotted with the occasional fluffy cloud, as if to emphasize the idyllic nature of the scene. This photograph, taken by Henry Grant for Mary Evans Picture Library, transports us back to a simpler era, inviting us to bask in the sunshine, the sea breeze, and the soothing sounds of the waves. It serves as a reminder that sometimes, all it takes to escape the stresses of everyday life is a moment of rest and relaxation in the company of loved ones.
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