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Poster Print : Hamleys, Regent Street, Christmas shoppers find empty shelves
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Hamleys, Regent Street, Christmas shoppers find empty shelves
Hamleys, Regent Street, Christmas shoppers find empty shelves and a few expensive poor quality toys. December 1946
George Greenwell
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
London
Greater London
England
DM L9188
Media ID 21678383
© Mirrorpix
Boat Buying Disappointed Games Hamleys Horse Inner Boroughs Inner London Parents Play Presents Regent Street Retail Shop Shops Toys Wooden Noahs Ark
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Step into the past with our captivating Hamleys, Regent Street Poster Print from Memory Lane Prints. This vintage image, taken in December 1946, showcases a rare and intriguing moment in time as Christmas shoppers discover empty shelves at the iconic Hamleys toy store on Regent Street. Witness the unique charm of a post-war holiday season, where a few poor quality toys remain amidst the emptiness. Revive the nostalgia and bring a piece of history into your home or office with this exquisite poster print.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.3cm x 20.1cm (11.9" x 7.9")
Estimated Product Size is 30.3cm x 21.6cm (11.9" x 8.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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In this print by George Greenwell, taken in December 1946, we are transported back to the bustling Hamleys store on Regent Street during the Christmas season. The image captures a scene of disappointment as Christmas shoppers find empty shelves and a limited selection of poor quality toys. As we observe the photograph closely, we can see parents accompanied by their children searching for that perfect gift to bring joy to their little ones' faces. However, instead of being met with rows upon rows of colorful playthings, they are greeted with barren shelves and only a few overpriced toys that fail to meet expectations. The expressions on both the parents' and children's faces tell a story of dashed hopes and dreams. A young child clutches onto his stuffed dog tightly while gazing longingly at an empty space where his desired toy should have been. Another child stands beside her parent, pointing towards an absent Noah's Ark set she had hoped to receive. This snapshot not only serves as a reminder of the challenges faced during post-war times but also highlights the significance placed on childhood innocence and happiness during Christmas festivities. Despite the scarcity of options, these resilient shoppers continue their search for something special amidst adversity. Greenwell's skillful composition transports us back in time, allowing us to witness firsthand how even in moments of disappointment, there is still hope lingering within each shopper as they navigate through Hamleys – London’s iconic toy shop – in search of that magical present for their loved ones.
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