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Big Wheel. 12th August 1939: Big Wheel on the Palace Pier, Brighton
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Big Wheel. 12th August 1939: Big Wheel on the Palace Pier, Brighton
12th August 1939: Big Wheel on the Palace Pier, Brighton. Original Publication: Picture Post - 171 - Brighton - pub. 1939 (Photo by Felix Man/Picture Post/Getty Images)
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Felix Man
Media ID 11945460
1930 1939 Brighton England England Black Females Ferris Wheel Holiday Leisure Activity Nitrate Palace Pier Silhouette Sport Traveling Carnival Lifestyles
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Captured in timeless black and white, this print transports us back to the 12th of August 1939 on the iconic Palace Pier in Brighton, England. The focal point of the image is a magnificent Big Wheel that stands tall against the backdrop of a summer sky. Silhouetted figures can be seen enjoying their leisurely ascent on this thrilling ride. The portrait silhouette showcases both male and female holiday-goers, united by their shared excitement for this exhilarating experience. As they reach new heights, their faces are filled with joy and anticipation, capturing a moment frozen in time. Felix Man's expert composition perfectly captures the essence of European holidays during this era. The scene exudes an air of nostalgia as it takes us back to a time when traveling carnivals were at the heart of summer entertainment. This archival photograph not only documents a specific place and time but also offers insight into group dynamics and lifestyles from that period. It serves as a reminder that leisure activities have always been an integral part of human existence – providing moments of escape, thrill, and camaraderie. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece from Fine Art Storehouse, we are transported to an era where simple pleasures like riding a Ferris wheel brought people together on piers across the UK.
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