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Fine Art Print : Father Christmas takes time out from his busy schedule for a quick cigarette break
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Father Christmas takes time out from his busy schedule for a quick cigarette break
Father Christmas takes time out from his busy schedule for a quick cigarette break on the roof of a busy West End London store.
23rd December 1970
Kent Gavin
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
London
England
Media ID 21571954
© Mirrorpix
Alone Buildings Chimney Cigarette Escapes Fed Up Peace Quiet Santa Stress Expressions
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the enchanting and whimsical side of Father Christmas with this exquisite fine art print by Kent Gavin from Memory Lane Prints. This captivating image captures the jolly old saint taking a moment for himself, enjoying a quick cigarette break amidst the hustle and bustle of a busy West End London store rooftop on Christmas Eve, 1970. Add a touch of nostalgia and charm to your home or office with this beautifully printed, museum-quality art piece that is sure to become a cherished conversation starter.
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
In this print captured by Kent Gavin, we are transported back to the bustling streets of 1970s London. As Father Christmas takes a much-needed break from his hectic schedule, he finds solace on the rooftop of a busy West End store. The image portrays an unexpected and somewhat humorous scene as Santa Claus indulges in a quick cigarette. Amidst the towering architecture and chimney stacks that surround him, Father Christmas appears momentarily alone, seeking peace and quiet away from the chaos below. His expression tells a story of weariness and perhaps even frustration with the demands of his role. It is through this candid moment that we witness Santa's human side - fed up with stress but still finding humor in life's little escapes. The juxtaposition between the iconic figure of joy and goodwill and his choice to smoke adds another layer to this intriguing photograph. While smoking may now be seen as taboo or unhealthy, it serves as a reminder that even those who bring happiness to others need moments for themselves. Kent Gavin's snapshot freezes time, allowing us to reflect on both the pressures faced by Father Christmas during one of his busiest periods and our own need for respite amidst life's challenges. This thought-provoking image captures not only an era long gone but also sparks contemplation about our own modern-day stresses and how we seek moments of tranquility within them.
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