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Lighting up a pipe - Volendam, The Netherlands
" Can I light it again?" Two old tars at Volendam, The Netherlands lighting up. Note the fine examples of traditional clothing and footwear in evidence on this card.
circa 1913
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Media ID 14377173
© The Roseries Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
Attire Baggy Chaps Cobbled Cobbles Gents Holland Lighting Lights Netherlands Pipe Towpath Trousers Volendam Wide Tars
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Bring the rich history of Volendam, The Netherlands, into your home with our stunning poster print from The Roseries Collection at Media Storehouse. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Picture Library, showcases the charming scene of two old sailors lighting up their pipes against the backdrop of traditional Dutch architecture. The intricate details of their clothing and footwear add to the authenticity of this timeless moment, captured circa 1913. Decorate your walls with this evocative piece of history and let the warmth of the past light up your space.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 19.1cm x 30.3cm (7.5" x 11.9")
Estimated Product Size is 21.6cm x 30.3cm (8.5" x 11.9")
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.
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Two old tars, deeply engrossed in their conversation, pause for a moment to share the warmth and camaraderie of a lit pipe in the quaint fishing village of Volendam, The Netherlands, circa 1913. The crisp air of the Dutch countryside surrounds them as they sit on the cobblestone towpath, the gentle clinking of clogs echoing in the distance. The traditional attire of these gents is a fine example of the rich cultural heritage of this region. The old chap on the left dons a wide-brimmed hat, adorned with a feather, and a thick, fur-lined jacket, perfect for the chilly climate. His trousers are baggy and wide, a common style during this era, and his boots are the classic Dutch clogs, made from wood and covered in leather. His companion, equally dressed in traditional Dutch clothing, wears a similar hat, but with a different color scheme. His jacket is also thick and lined, and his trousers are held up by a wide belt. The pair share a pipe, passing it back and forth, the smoke curling up into the crisp autumn air. This image captures a moment of simple pleasure and connection between two old friends, a scene that has remained unchanged for generations in the picturesque village of Volendam. The lighting of the pipe is a symbol of the warmth and camaraderie that exists between these two tars, a tradition that continues to be celebrated in this charming Dutch town.
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