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Photographic Print : Every hundred yards or so down the A3 motorists find themselves being thumbed for a lift
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Every hundred yards or so down the A3 motorists find themselves being thumbed for a lift
Every hundred yards or so down the A3 motorists find themselves being thumbed for a lift - the goal of hundreds of pop fan hitch hikers is the Isle of Wight, and the A3 is the route to the mammoth pop festival.
hitch hiking
hitch-hiking
hitch-hiker
travelling
young people
youth
hippies
fashion
black woman with head scarf
August 1970
1970s
© Mirrorpix
Eric Piper
mirrorpix
Hertfordshire
United Kingdom
WA*3242920
Media ID 21305781
© Mirrorpix
12"x8" (30x20cm) Photo Print
Step back in time with our vintage photographic print from Memory Lane Prints, 'Every hundred yards or so down the A3.' This iconic image by Eric Piper captures the spirit of the past as hitchhikers make their way to the Isle of Wight Festival in the 1960s. Relive the history and nostalgia of a bygone era with this beautifully printed, high-quality photograph. A must-have for music lovers and history enthusiasts alike.
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.
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Estimated Product Size is 31.4cm x 21.2cm (12.4" x 8.3")
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.
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This print captures the essence of a bygone era, as young people embark on an adventurous journey towards the Isle of Wight. Along the A3 highway, every hundred yards or so, motorists find themselves encountering an intriguing sight - hitchhikers eagerly thumbing for a lift. It is evident that these hitchhikers are no ordinary travelers; they are pop fanatics with one ultimate destination in mind - the mammoth pop festival. The image exudes a sense of freedom and wanderlust that characterized youth culture during the 1970s. The vibrant fashion choices and carefree attitudes displayed by these hitchhikers reflect the spirit of this transformative decade. Amongst them stands a black woman adorned with a stylish headscarf, adding diversity to this snapshot of youthful rebellion. Eric Piper's lens beautifully freezes this moment in time, capturing not only the physical act of hitchhiking but also encapsulating an entire generation's desire for exploration and connection. This photograph serves as a powerful reminder of how travel can unite individuals from different backgrounds under one common passion. As we delve into this nostalgic piece, we cannot help but be transported back to August 1970 when this scene unfolded. The Isle of Wight Festival became synonymous with counterculture movements and musical revolutionaries who sought solace in its harmonious atmosphere. Memory Lane Prints has once again unearthed an evocative gem from our past, allowing us to relish in moments that shaped our collective history.
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