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Fine Art Print : Pancake Race / Olney
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Pancake Race / Olney
SHROVE TUESDAY The starter line for the Olney pancake race, 1951, which has been held in the village for over 500 years. Any Olney woman over 18 can compete. Date: 1951
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Media ID 14279730
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1951 Compete Held Housewives Lent Olney Pancake Pancakes Shrove Starter Tuesday Years
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the vibrant world of tradition with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring the iconic image of the Olney Pancake Race. Captured in 1951 by Mary Evans Prints Online, this timeless photograph showcases the excitement and energy of Shrove Tuesday in this historic English village. Witness the starter line as the women prepare to race, each holding their pans at the ready. Bring the rich history and unique charm of this annual event into your home or office with this beautiful, rights-managed print. Order now and add a touch of culture and tradition to your space.
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
This photograph captures the excitement and tradition of the Olney Pancake Race, held in the quaint English village of Olney on Shrove Tuesday in 1951. The annual event, which can be traced back over 500 years, invites any Olney woman over the age of 18 to participate in the lively competition. The image shows the starter line, where eager housewives, dressed in their aprons and headscarves, eagerly await the signal to begin the race. The air is filled with anticipation as they gather at the starting line, pancakes in hand and frying pans at the ready. The custom, deeply rooted in the community, is a unique and delightful way for locals to celebrate the final days of Lent before the Christian season of fasting begins. The Olney Pancake Race is a test of agility and skill, as the women must toss their pancakes three times before crossing the finish line. The tradition, which has remained unchanged for centuries, is a cherished part of the village's heritage and continues to attract visitors from around the world. This photograph, taken in 1951, offers a glimpse into the past and the enduring spirit of this remarkable community event.
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