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Salford Slum; The Housing Jungle
A Salford slum with a line of washing hanging across the street. Original Publication: Picture Post - 8127 - The Housing Jungle - pub. 1955 (Photo by Raymond Kleboe/Getty Images)
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Raymond Kleboe
Media ID 11818360
A2 (42x59cm) Fine Art Print
Step into the past with our captivating Salford Slum print, "The Housing Jungle" by Raymond Kleboe from the Media Storehouse Fine Art Prints collection. This evocative image, originally published in Picture Post in 1955, transports you back in time with its raw and authentic portrayal of daily life in a Salford slum. The line of washing strung across the narrow street adds a poignant touch to this powerful photograph, capturing the resilience and community spirit amidst the challenges of urban living. Bring this piece of history into your home and add depth and character to your decor while telling a compelling story.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 59.4cm x 39.6cm (23.4" x 15.6")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
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 photograph, titled "Salford Slum; The Housing Jungle". Raymond Kleboe transports us back to the gritty streets of 1950s England. The image captures a scene that is both hauntingly beautiful and deeply poignant. Amidst the dilapidated buildings of a Salford slum, a line of washing stretches across the street like a fragile lifeline. This simple act of hanging laundry outdoors becomes an emblematic symbol of domestic life in Europe's urban underbelly. It speaks volumes about the resilience and resourcefulness of those living in these impoverished conditions. The composition exudes authenticity as it invites us to explore every detail within its frame. From the worn-out facades to the tangled web of clotheslines, each element tells a story of struggle and survival. Kleboe's keen eye for capturing raw emotions shines through, making this photograph not just an artistic masterpiece but also a historical document. As we gaze upon this snapshot frozen in time, we are reminded that behind every crumbling brick lies human lives filled with dreams, hardships, and aspirations. Through his lens, Kleboe sheds light on forgotten corners where poverty thrived but dignity endured. This print from Fine Art Storehouse serves as a powerful reminder that art has the ability to transcend time and space by immortalizing moments that might otherwise be lost or overlooked.
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