Framed Print : David mending a shoe
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David mending a shoe
David mending a shoe - two stern ladies approach. Part of Box 79 Boswell Collection. Trap to Catch a Sunbeam. Date: circa 1900
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Media ID 14370794
© The Boswell Collection, Bexley Heritage Trust / Mary Evans
Approach Catch Mending Shoe Stern Sunbeam Trap
30"x26" (78x68cm) Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating 'David mending a shoe' Framed Print from Media Storehouse, exclusively sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online. This charming turn-of-the-century image depicts a focused David, engrossed in mending a shoe, while two stern ladies approach with an air of anticipation. Add a touch of history and timeless character to your décor with this stunning, high-quality framed print. The intriguing scene from the Boswell Collection, 'Trap to Catch a Sunbeam,' circa 1900, is not only a beautiful work of art but also a fascinating glimpse into the past. Elevate your home or office with this unique and captivating addition to your collection.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 24x20 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 30x26 inches (76x68cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 43mm wide x 32mm 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
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 59.7cm x 59.9cm (23.5" x 23.6")
Estimated Product Size is 68.2cm x 78.2cm (26.9" x 30.8")
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 image, titled "David mending a shoe - two stern ladies approach," is a charming snapshot from the early 1900s, taken from the extensive Boswell Collection. The photograph, which appears to have been captured as a lantern slide, transports us back in time to an era of simplicity and hard work. At the heart of the scene, we find David, a humble laborer, focused intently on mending a worn-out shoe. The creases on his brow and the furrowed lines around his eyes speak volumes about the long hours he has spent toiling away. The worn-out shoe, a symbol of his daily struggle, lies before him, waiting to be brought back to life. But the tranquility of the moment is disrupted by the approach of two stern-looking ladies. Their stern expressions and the determined set of their jaws suggest that they have come to deliver a reprimand or perhaps to remind David of his responsibilities. The contrast between the delicate femininity of the ladies and the rugged masculinity of David creates an intriguing juxtaposition. The photograph's title, "Trap to Catch a Sunbeam," adds an enigmatic layer to the image. It's unclear whether this is a reference to the ladies or to David, but it suggests a sense of longing or a desire to capture a fleeting moment of happiness. The photograph, with its intriguing narrative and timeless quality, invites us to ponder the complexities of human life and the simple pleasures of everyday life.
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