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Framed Print : Top Heavy. 19th October 1918: A driver is perched high up above his horses
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Top Heavy. 19th October 1918: A driver is perched high up above his horses
19th October 1918: A driver is perched high up above his horses on a cart piled dangerously high with baskets at Nine Elms goods yard, London. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)
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Topical Press Agency
Media ID 12023620
1910 1919 Basket Cart Drive Driver England Black Front Road H Tra Cart Home Front Horse Human Interest I Home Large Group Of Objects London England Nine Elms Objects World Single Stack Stock Market And Exchange Train Vehicle Transport Europe Top Transport Rail Working Animal World War I Yard
21.5"x17.5" (55x44cm) Premium Frame
Add a touch of history to your walls with our exquisite Framed Prints from Media Storehouse. This stunning piece, titled "Top Heavy," captures a moment in time from the Topical Press Agency archive, dating back to 1918. The image showcases a determined driver perched precariously atop a cart overflowing with baskets at Nine Elms goods yard in London. This captivating photograph, now beautifully framed, is a captivating reminder of the past and a conversation starter in any room. Elevate your interior decor and bring history into your home with our Framed Prints from Fine Art Storehouse.
Framed and mounted 17x12 print. Professionally handmade full timber moulded frames are finished off with framers tape and come with a hanging solution on the back. Outer dimensions are 21.5x17.5 inches (546x444mm). Quality timber frame frame moulding (20mm wide and 30mm deep) with frame colours in your choice of black, white, or raw oak and a choice of black or white card mounts. Frames have a perspex front providing a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish which is easily cleaned with a damp cloth.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 41.8cm x 41.8cm (16.5" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 54.6cm x 44.4cm (21.5" x 17.5")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this photograph, taken on the 19th of October 1918 at Nine Elms goods yard in London, we are transported back to a time when horse-drawn carts were an integral part of daily life. The image showcases a scene that is both awe-inspiring and perilous. Perched high above his horses, a determined driver navigates his cart through the bustling streets of England's capital city. The cart itself is piled precariously high with baskets, creating a mesmerizing display of balance and skill. It serves as a testament to the resourcefulness and resilience of individuals during times of war. The landscape format allows us to fully appreciate the magnitude of this impressive feat. As our eyes travel across the photo, we are drawn to the intricate details: from the worn-out harnesses adorning each horse to the determination etched on the driver's face. This snapshot captures not only a moment in history but also encapsulates themes such as hard work, transportation, and human ingenuity. It reminds us that even amidst chaos and uncertainty brought about by World War I, everyday life continued with its own unique challenges. Preserved for generations to come thanks to archival techniques employed by Topical Press Agency photographers, this print serves as a powerful reminder of our collective past. It invites us into an era where reliance on animal power was paramount and offers us an opportunity to reflect upon how far we have come in terms of technology and progress.
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