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Fine Art Print : Hastings in October 1857
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Hastings in October 1857
Victorians having an enjoyable day at Hastings. Date: 1857
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Media ID 20159345
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1850s 1857 Bathing Bucket Days Excursion Hastings Machines Resorts Retreat Spade Spades Telescope Travelling Trips Victorians Seasides
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring an enchanting image of Hastings in October 1857. Captured by the lens of Mary Evans Prints Online, this Victorian-era photograph showcases a lively day at the seaside. Witness the joy and excitement as families and friends come together to enjoy the beautiful weather, the crystal-clear waters, and the picturesque coastline. Bring a piece of history into your home and transport yourself to a bygone era with this stunning, high-quality Fine Art Print.
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 36.6cm (20" x 14.4")
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
This photograph, taken in October 1857, captures the essence of a quintessential Victorian seaside day at Hastings, England. The image is filled with the joy and excitement of families and friends as they revel in the simple pleasures of a day at the coast. The women and children are dressed in their finest full clothing, complete with bonnets and parasols, while the men don top hats and waistcoats. The beach is dotted with colorful bathing machines, which provided a degree of privacy for those wishing to bathe in the sea. The machines, pulled by horses, allowed Victorians to change into their swimming attire discreetly before entering the water. The sight of a man emerging from a bathing machine, fully clothed except for his swimming trunks, would have been a common one during this era. Children, armed with their buckets and spades, build sandcastles and explore the shoreline, their laughter ringing through the air. A man can be seen using a telescope to scan the horizon, no doubt keeping a watchful eye out for any signs of adventure or danger. The Victorian era saw a surge in popularity for seaside resorts, with Hastings becoming a favored destination for day trips and excursions. The coast offered a welcome retreat from the hustle and bustle of urban life, providing an opportunity to breathe in the fresh sea air and enjoy the natural beauty of the British coastline.
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