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Continental lunch-time scene beneath the trees in the Embankment Gardens at Charing Cross (b / w photo)
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Continental lunch-time scene beneath the trees in the Embankment Gardens at Charing Cross (b / w photo)
3637395 Continental lunch-time scene beneath the trees in the Embankment Gardens at Charing Cross (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Continental lunch-time scene beneath the trees in the Embankment Gardens at Charing Cross. Illustration for Wonderful London by St John Adcock (Fleetway, c 1930). Gravure-printed.); © Look and Learn
Media ID 22723126
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Al Fresco Cafe Ceiling Fresco Ceiling Painting Charing Cross Fraesco Fraescoes Fresco Painting Frescoed Frescoes Frescos Lunch Mural Paintings Murals Shade Tables Umbrella Umbrellas Waitress Wall Fresco Wall Paintings 1930 1939 Years 30 30s 1930 1939 Years 30s 19301939 1933 34 Embankment Gardens
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This print captures a charming continental lunch-time scene beneath the trees in the Embankment Gardens at Charing Cross. Taken by an English photographer in the 20th century, this historic image showcases a picturesque al fresco setting with women seated at tables under umbrellas, enjoying their lunch. The view of the cafe amidst lush greenery provides a glimpse into London's vibrant outdoor dining culture during that era. The photograph, part of a private collection, was originally featured as an illustration for "Wonderful London" by St John Adcock in the 1930s. It exudes a sense of tranquility and nostalgia, transporting viewers back to a time when leisurely lunches were savored amidst nature's beauty. The presence of waitresses attending to customers adds to the ambiance of this snapshot from British history. The use of gravure printing technique enhances its artistic appeal and highlights the intricate details captured by the photographer. With its roots firmly planted in England but showcasing elements reminiscent of continental Europe, this image symbolizes cultural exchange and appreciation between nations. It serves as both an art piece and historical documentation, offering glimpses into early 20th-century life in Great Britain. Whether you are drawn to its botanical aspects or fascinated by European influences on British society, this photograph is sure to evoke curiosity about our shared past.
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