Metal Print : Battersea New Ladies Swimming Bath
Metal Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
Battersea New Ladies Swimming Bath
Interior view of the opening of the new womens swimming bath at Battersea, south-west London. Guests at the ceremony are seated around the pool while a swimmers prepares to dive into the water. Date: 1904
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Media ID 7199339
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10529898
14"x11" (28x35cm) Metal Print
Bring the historic charm of Battersea New Ladies Swimming Bath into your home with our exquisite Media Storehouse Metal Prints. This captivating interior view, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the grand opening ceremony of the new womens swimming bath in South-West London, circa 1930. Witness the elegance of the guests as they gather around the pool, anticipating the thrilling dive of a swimmer. Our high-quality metal prints are not only waterproof and scratch-resistant, but they also offer vibrant colors and stunning clarity, ensuring that this iconic moment in history remains a breathtaking addition to your decor. Elevate your living space with a piece of London's rich history, only with Media Storehouse Metal Prints.
Our Metal Prints feature rounded corners and rear fixings for easy wall mounting. Images are directly printed onto a lightweight, high quality 5mm thick, durable metallic surface for a vivid and vibrant finish. Available in 2 sizes, 28x35cm (14x11) and 50x40cm (20x16). The unique material is fade, moisture, chemical and scratch resistant to help ensure this art lasts a lifetime.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Product Size is 35.5cm x 27.9cm (14" x 11")
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
This photograph offers a glimpse into the grand opening of the new Ladies Swimming Bath at Battersea, South-West London, in 1904. The interior view showcases an elegant and spacious pool area, adorned with ornate tiles and columns, designed to provide a refined swimming experience for the women of the community. Guests, dressed in their finest attire, are seated around the pool, engaged in animated conversation, their expressions filled with excitement and anticipation. The atmosphere is one of celebration and camaraderie, as they gather to witness the first dive into the pristine waters. It is important to note that this image does not depict a workhouse or any connection to paupers. Instead, it represents the provision of public swimming facilities for the general population, allowing women the opportunity to enjoy the health benefits and recreational aspects of swimming. The presence of a swimmer poised at the edge of the pool, ready to take the plunge, adds a sense of drama and suspense to the scene. The play of light and shadow, created by the large windows and the soft glow of the gas lamps, enhances the overall beauty and allure of the setting. This photograph serves as a testament to the importance of community, health, and leisure, and offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, when such events were cause for great celebration.
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