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Framed Print of A coracle-race on the Severn, at Ironbridge, Shropshire, 1881. Creator: Unknown
A coracle-race on the Severn, at Ironbridge, Shropshire, 1881. The use of small light boats, formed by stretching tarpaulin canvas, or other waterproof stuff, upon a frame of basket-work, is one of the ancient customs of Wales...A correspondent, Mr. Owen Gibbons, sends us a Sketch of the Coracle-race [at Ironbridge] on the 29th August, when there was a local holiday festival, with a variety of amusements on land and water. It will be observed that the coracle boatman does not row, but uses a single broad paddle at the prow of his little vessel, which is only about four feet long from stem to stern, and three feet broad. It is often carried on the back, hung by a strap fastened to the midship seat, while the paddle is stuck through two holes in the gunwales, as is shown in that carried by one of the men on the river-bank. Such a figure, viewed in the rear, makes rather a funny sight, like a tortoise walking upright with his shell. As the coracle is not easily navigated up-stream, it frequently has to be brought ashore'. From "Illustrated London News", 1881. Heritage Images features heritage image collections. © The Print Collector/Heritage Images
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Media ID 47270779
Coracle Oars Paddle Paddles Paddling River Severn Severn Shropshire
Modern Frame 14"x12" (36x31cm)
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Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 fade resistant photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: measurements provided are estimated outer dimensions, which include both the image and the frame. While we aim to keep sizing consistent, exact dimensions may vary slightly due to differences in print size or production requirements, which may result in a variation in the overall size (up to approximately 2.5cm (1"))
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 14.4cm (9.6" x 5.7")
Estimated Product Size is 36cm x 31cm (14.2" x 12.2")
