Framed Print : Boys playing in a puddle, Balham, SW London
Framed Photos from Mary Evans Picture Library
Boys playing in a puddle, Balham, SW London
Two boys playing in a puddle on a Balham street, SW London. Date: circa 1961
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 14186715
© The Paul Kaye Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
Balham Bottle Bottles Childhood Container Containers Dirty Messy Milk Pudding Puddle Tins Toddler Toddlers Urchin Urchins Gerber Tapioca
13.5"x11.5" (34x29cm) Premium Frame
Introducing the captivating "Boys playing in a puddle, Balham, SW London" framed print from Media Storehouse. This charming vintage photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, takes you back in time to circa 1961. Two boys in shorts and wellington boots joyfully splash around in a puddle on a quaint Balham street in South West London. The warm, nostalgic tones of this image make it a delightful addition to any home or office space. This framed print is not only an exquisite piece of art but also a window into the past, evoking fond memories and feelings of innocence and joy. Add this timeless treasure to your collection today and let the story of these boys playing in the puddle be a part of your daily life.
Framed and mounted 9x7 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 13.5x11.5 inches (34x29cm). 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 21.4cm x 21.4cm (8.4" x 8.4")
Estimated Product Size is 29.2cm x 34cm (11.5" x 13.4")
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 charming photograph taken in the early 1960s, two young boys are seen playing joyfully in a puddle on a Balham street in South West London. The carefree scene captures the essence of childhood innocence and the simple pleasures of a bygone era. The boys, dressed in raincoats and boots, are fully immersed in the water, creating a mess with empty jars, tins, and other containers. The puddle, likely the result of a heavy rainstorm, has transformed into a makeshift playground, providing endless entertainment for the young urchins. The image evokes memories of a time when children could spend hours playing in the streets, free from the distractions of modern technology. The boys' expressions of pure delight and excitement are priceless, as they splash each other and experiment with the various objects they've collected. The scene is further enhanced by the presence of a cow's head and a gate in the background, adding to the historical context of the image. The boys' playthings, including jam jars, milk bottles, and tapioca containers, suggest that they may have been helping their mothers with their household chores before joining each other in the puddle. The presence of these everyday objects adds to the authenticity of the scene and underscores the importance of community and resourcefulness in working-class neighborhoods during the 1960s. This photograph is a precious reminder of a time when childhood was less structured and more focused on exploration, imagination, and the simple joys of nature. It is a testament to the resilience and creativity of children, who can find fun and excitement in even the most ordinary circumstances. The image is a valuable historical document, capturing a moment in time that may never be recaptured, but can be cherished through the power of photography.
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