Photographic Print : Six girls on a Balham street, SW London
Photo Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
Six girls on a Balham street, SW London
Six girls huddled together in front of a wooden fence 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 14224836
© The Paul Kaye Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
Balham Childhood Cleaner Difference Dustbin Electric Electrical Fence Folding Friends Huddle Huddled Huddling Ribbon Sandals Socks Urchin Urchins Vacuum Racial
10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Introducing the captivating "Six girls on a Balham street, SW London" photograph from our Media Storehouse collection, exclusively sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative image captures the essence of a bygone era, as six girls huddle together in front of a weathered wooden fence. Dressed in fashionable attire of the early 1960s, their playful expressions and body language convey a sense of camaraderie and joy. Ideal for adorning your walls with a piece of historical charm, this rights-managed print offers a glimpse into the past and makes for a thoughtful addition to any home or office decor. Bring the stories of yesteryears to life with this stunning photograph from Media Storehouse.
Ideal for framing, Australian made Photo Prints are produced on high-quality 270 gsm lustre photo paper which has a subtle shimmer adding a touch of elegance, designed to enhance their visual appeal.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative photograph, six young girls huddle together on the pavement of a Balham street in South West London during the 1960s. The girls, dressed in summer frocks, socks, and sandals, sit on a wooden fence and a folding chair, their faces filled with joy and excitement. One girl leans against the fence, her arms wrapped around the waist of another, while another rests her head on the lap of yet another. A yellow dustbin and a red and blue electrical equipment, possibly a vacuum cleaner, are visible in the background, adding to the sense of everyday life in the city. The girls, who appear to be of different races, embody the spirit of childhood friendship and camaraderie, their differences seemingly insignificant in the moment. Their hair is styled in bows and ribbons, their socks rolled down, and their faces smeared with the dirt and grime of the pavement. The girls' clothing and accessories, such as the sandals and socks, are typical of the 1960s, making this photograph a valuable historical record of the era. This photograph captures a moment of innocence and joy in the midst of urban life, a reminder of the simple pleasures of childhood and the enduring bonds of friendship. The wooden fence and the pavement serve as a backdrop to this scene of happiness, highlighting the beauty and resilience of childhood, even in the midst of the hustle and bustle of city life.
MADE IN AUSTRALIA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
