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Festival Pleasure Gardens a077613
Festival Pleasure Gardens, Battersea Park, Wandsworth, London. Passengers riding the waterchute fairground ride at the Battersea Festival Gardens, Greater London, illuminated at night. Battersea Park was transformed as part of the Festival of Britain celebrations in 1951. Photographed 1955-60 by John Gay
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Media ID 11483511
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Archive Exhibition Fairground Leisure Night People Recreation Water
16"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 10"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 40.6cm (16" x 16")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the vibrant atmosphere of the Festival Pleasure Gardens in Battersea Park, London. Taken by renowned photographer John Gay between 1955 and 1960, this image showcases a thrilling fairground ride that was a highlight of the festivities during the Festival of Britain celebrations in 1951. As night falls, the illuminated landscape comes alive with an enchanting glow, casting shadows on excited faces. Passengers can be seen braving the waterchute ride, their expressions a mix of anticipation and exhilaration. The dynamic movement frozen in time adds to the sense of adventure and joy permeating through this scene. The festival grounds are teeming with people seeking leisurely entertainment amidst an era marked by post-war rejuvenation. This photograph serves as a nostalgic reminder of simpler times when communities gathered to celebrate life's pleasures together. John Gay's masterful composition not only captures individual moments but also conveys a larger narrative about recreation and communal spirit. It transports viewers back to an era where amusement parks were cherished spaces for families and friends to create lasting memories. Preserved within Historic England's archives, this print is more than just a visual record; it is a testament to our shared cultural heritage. It reminds us of how public spaces like Battersea Park have evolved over time while retaining their ability to bring people together for fun-filled experiences under twinkling lights.
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