Antique Framed Print : WWII: WORKER, 1942. Women assembly line workers on their lunch break at the Douglas
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WWII: WORKER, 1942. Women assembly line workers on their lunch break at the Douglas
WWII: WORKER, 1942.
Women assembly line workers on their lunch break at the Douglas Aircraft Company factory in Long Beach, California. Photograph by Alfred Palmer, 1942
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Media ID 13636462
1942 Alfred Break California Douglas Aircraft Factory Lunch Palmer Sandbag Wwii Douglas Aircraft Company Lunchbox Thermos Trousers Unidentified
14"x12" (36x31cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, the 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: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 18.5cm x 24.4cm (7.3" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 31.2cm x 36.3cm (12.3" x 14.3")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph captures a moment frozen in time during the height of World War II. Taken in 1942 by Alfred Palmer, it showcases a group of hardworking women assembly line workers on their lunch break at the Douglas Aircraft Company factory in Long Beach, California. In this image, we see these remarkable women taking a well-deserved respite from their tireless efforts to support the war effort. They gather outside the factory building, surrounded by sandbags that serve as a reminder of the turbulent times they are living through. Clad in trousers and unidentified but determined faces, they exude strength and determination. Each woman carries her own lunchbox and thermos, symbols of self-sufficiency and resilience. These everyday objects become powerful emblems of female empowerment during an era when women were breaking barriers and proving themselves capable of any task thrown their way. The midday sun casts shadows on their faces as they enjoy this brief interlude before returning to work. Their camaraderie is palpable; united by a common purpose, these women find solace in each other's company amidst the chaos surrounding them. Alfred Palmer's skillful composition immortalizes not only these extraordinary individuals but also pays homage to all those who contributed to America's victory during WWII. This photograph serves as a testament to the indomitable spirit displayed by countless women who stepped up when their country needed them most.
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