Framed Print : Peeling Potatoes 1940S
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Peeling Potatoes 1940S
A housewife with painted red fingernails peels potatoes into an enamel bowl in the kitchen sink. Date: 1940s (re-enactment)
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Media ID 14296019
© Mary Evans Picture Library/SIMON ROBERTS
Bowl Cooking Enactment Enamel Fingernails Housewife Kitchen Nail Operations Peeling Peels Potatoes Sink Varnish
22"x18" (58x48cm) Modern Frame
Step back in time with our charming Framed Print of 'Peeling Potatoes 1940s' by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image brings to life the essence of a bygone era, featuring a housewife in a classic 1940s apron, peeling potatoes at the kitchen sink with a hint of playful determination in her painted red fingernails. Add a touch of vintage charm to your living space with this beautifully framed print, perfect for kitchens, dining rooms, or any area where you wish to evoke the nostalgia of a simpler time.
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
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 39.6cm x 25.9cm (15.6" x 10.2")
Estimated Product Size is 57.9cm x 47.8cm (22.8" x 18.8")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Step Back in Time: A 1940s Housewife's Daily Routine - Peeling Potatoes This photograph captures a moment in time, transporting us back to the 1940s as we witness the daily routine of a housewife in the heart of the home - the kitchen. The image shows a woman, her painted red fingernails glinting under the soft light, intently focused as she peels potatoes into an enamel bowl in the kitchen sink. The vintage kitchen appliances and the worn linoleum floor add to the authenticity of the scene. During the 1940s, the role of the housewife was deeply rooted in maintaining a well-run household, and cooking was a central part of that role. With rationing and food shortages a common occurrence due to World War II, the ability to prepare nutritious meals was a vital skill. Peeling potatoes was a simple yet essential task, and the use of nail varnish, a luxury item, added a touch of personal flair to the mundane chore. This re-enactment photograph, taken in the style of the era, offers a glimpse into the past, allowing us to appreciate the history and the daily operations of a bygone era. The woman's red painted fingernails, a symbol of femininity and grace, contrast sharply with the raw, earthy potatoes, highlighting the juxtaposition between the domestic and the natural. This photograph is a testament to the resilience and resourcefulness of women during the 1940s, as they managed their households and kept the home fires burning despite the challenges of the time.
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