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Fine Art Print : British National Pipe Smoking Championships: L-R: Donald Farndon (3rd place)
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British National Pipe Smoking Championships: L-R: Donald Farndon (3rd place)
British National Pipe Smoking Championships:
L-R: Donald Farndon (3rd place), Fred Watson (2nd place) and Winner Robert Locke with their pipes
May 1975
WATFORD
Mirrorpix
Media ID 21365782
© Mirrorpix
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from the Media Storehouse archive. This captivating image, brought to you by Memory Lane Prints, captures the essence of tradition and camaraderie at the British National Pipe Smoking Championships in 1975. Witness the intense concentration and pride on the faces of the competitors, including 3rd place finisher Donald Farndon, as they showcase their mastery of the pipe. A perfect addition to any room, this print is a testament to the rich history and culture of pipe smoking. Order yours today and bring a piece of the past into your home.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 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 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
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.
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In this print from Memory Lane Prints, we are transported back to the eccentric world of the British National Pipe Smoking Championships in May 1975. The image showcases three distinguished gentlemen proudly displaying their pipes, each with a unique expression that captures their individuality. From left to right, we have Donald Farndon, who secured an impressive third place in the competition. His relaxed posture and mischievous smile suggest a man who knows how to enjoy life's simple pleasures. Next to him stands Fred Watson, the second-place winner, exuding an air of confidence as he holds his pipe with utmost elegance. But it is Robert Locke who steals the spotlight as the ultimate champion of this peculiar event. With a triumphant grin on his face and his pipe held high, he radiates pride and accomplishment. One can only imagine the skillful technique and dedication required to claim such an esteemed title among fellow enthusiasts. This photograph not only encapsulates a moment frozen in time but also serves as a reminder of an era when pipe smoking was considered both fashionable and socially acceptable. It evokes nostalgia for simpler times while offering us a glimpse into a subculture where camaraderie thrived amidst clouds of fragrant tobacco smoke. Mirrorpix has once again captured history through its lens by immortalizing these remarkable individuals engaged in an unusual pastime that continues to fascinate us today.
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