Framed Print : Everyday knitted underwear, circa 1941
Framed Photos From Mary Evans Picture Library
Everyday knitted underwear, circa 1941
A vacant-looking young woman holds a hair brush and models a trim yet sensible vest and panty set with knitted shoulders. Date: c. 1941
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Media ID 14164646
© The Lucinda Moore Collection / Mary Evans
Brush Dressing Hairbrush Homemade Knits Knitted Knitwear Pants Shorts Woollen
22"x18" (58x48cm) Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating "Everyday knitted underwear, circa 1941" from Media Storehouse's Framed Prints collection. This vintage image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports us back in time with a young woman in a thoughtful pose, holding a hairbrush and modeling a trim and sensible vest and panty set with knitted shoulders. The intricate knit pattern adds a touch of elegance and charm to this piece of history. Bring a hint of nostalgia to your home decor with this beautifully framed print, perfect for adding character to any room.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 16x12 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 22x18 inches (58x48cm). 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: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 39.6cm (10" x 15.6")
Estimated Product Size is 47.8cm x 57.9cm (18.8" x 22.8")
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
Step into the past with this evocative image of a young woman, lost in thought as she brushes her hair in front of a dressing table. The year is circa 1941, and the fashionable yet practical outfit she wears is a testament to the ingenuity and resourcefulness of the era. The woman models a trim and sensible vest and panty set, both featuring knitted shoulders. The knitted fabric, likely made of wool, was a popular choice during the 1940s due to its warmth and versatility. With rationing in effect, homemade knits became a staple in many wardrobes, and these everyday knitted undergarments were no exception. Despite the austere times, fashion continued to be an important aspect of daily life. Women found creative ways to stay stylish while making the most of limited resources. Knitted undergarments like this vest and panty set offered both comfort and a touch of elegance. The woman's expression is vacant, her gaze fixed on the reflection in the mirror as she attends to her hair. Her posture is relaxed, and the table behind her is cluttered with various hair accessories and cosmetics. The scene is a quiet moment of self-care and reflection, a reminder of the simple pleasures and routines of the past. This photograph, taken in 1941, is a snapshot of history, capturing the essence of a bygone era and the resilience of those who lived through it. The knitted undergarments may have been everyday items, but they were an essential part of the fashion and lifestyle of the time.
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