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Fine Art Print : People try to keep cool at a Birmingham lido during the summer heatwave of 1976
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People try to keep cool at a Birmingham lido during the summer heatwave of 1976
People try to keep cool at a Birmingham lido during the summer heatwave of 1976.
28th June 1976
Birmingham Post and Mail Archive
Mirrorpix
Birmingham
England
BPM 2603B
Media ID 21667589
© Mirrorpix
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Transport yourself back in time with this stunning fine art print from the Media Storehouse collection. Witness the joy and determination of people trying to stay cool during the unforgettable summer heatwave of 1976 in Birmingham, as captured by Mirrorpix from Memory Lane Prints. This evocative image brings the past to life, perfect for adding character and nostalgia to any room. Embrace the charm of history with this beautiful fine art print.
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.
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 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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this print from Memory Lane Prints, we are transported back to the scorching summer of 1976 in Birmingham. The image captures a snapshot of respite and relief as people flock to a local lido, desperately seeking solace from the relentless heatwave that gripped the nation. The scene is filled with a vibrant mix of families and children, all united by their shared desire to keep cool amidst the sweltering temperatures. Mothers can be seen attentively watching over their little ones, ensuring they stay safe while enjoying themselves in the refreshing water. Laughter echoes through the air as friends splash each other playfully, momentarily forgetting about the drought-induced worries that plagued them outside these oasis-like walls. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of how weather extremes can bring communities together in unexpected ways. It encapsulates not only an era but also reflects on our universal human need for connection and comfort during challenging times. As we gaze upon this nostalgic image, it evokes memories of endless summers and carefree days spent under clear blue skies. It reminds us that despite facing adversity or enduring harsh conditions like droughts, our resilience shines through as we find joy even in simple pleasures such as cooling off at a lido. Memory Lane Prints has beautifully preserved this moment frozen in time – an emblematic representation of British summertime during one unforgettable year: 1976.
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