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Fine Art Print : Lorry Battle. Students rag afternoon. A battle of flour and soot on Marine Parade
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Lorry Battle. Students rag afternoon. A battle of flour and soot on Marine Parade
Lorry Battle. Students rag afternoon. A battle of flour and soot on Marine Parade, Brighton, East Sussex. A student was knocked down during the battle and suffered concussion. October 1957
Tongs
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
Brighton
East Sussex
England
DM J6696
Media ID 21760741
© Mirrorpix
1957 Brighton Celebratory East Sussex Flour Seafront Seaside Student Students Thowing Truck Trucks University Marine Parade
20"x20" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our latest addition to the Media Storehouse Fine Art Prints collection: "Lorry Battle. Students rag afternoon. A battle of flour and soot on Marine Parade" by Tongs from Memory Lane Prints. This evocative print captures the excitement and mischief of a traditional student prank from October 1957, as a lorry becomes the unsuspecting battleground for a flour and soot fight on Brighton's Marine Parade. Relive the nostalgia of a bygone era with this unique and vibrant piece of art, perfect for adding character and conversation to any room in your home or office.
20x20 image printed on 26x26 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 50.8cm (20" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 66cm (26" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Capturing the youthful exuberance of a bygone era, this print titled 'Lorry Battle. Students rag afternoon' takes us back to October 1957 in Brighton, East Sussex. The image showcases an unforgettable event on Marine Parade, where students engaged in a spirited battle of flour and soot. Amidst the picturesque backdrop of the seafront, university students gathered for a day filled with laughter and camaraderie. Excitement filled the air as trucks loaded with sacks of flour became weapons in this playful showdown. As clouds of white powder filled the sky, participants reveled in their mischievous antics while creating lasting memories. However, amidst all the fun and revelry captured within this photograph lies a somber moment that serves as a reminder of both risk and resilience. A student was unfortunately knocked down during the battle and suffered concussion – an unfortunate consequence amid what was otherwise an afternoon full of joyous celebration. This snapshot from Tongs' collection offers us a glimpse into not only the vibrant youth culture prevalent during 1950s Britain but also highlights how even moments intended purely for entertainment can carry unexpected consequences. It is through such historical images that we gain insight into past generations' experiences – their education, entertainment choices, and unique ways they found amusement along seaside promenades like Marine Parade.
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