Framed Print > Animals > Mammals > Muridae > House Mouse
Framed Print : Scene inside a British Restaurant, one of a number of communal restaurants during
Framed Photos from Mary Evans Picture Library
Scene inside a British Restaurant, one of a number of communal restaurants during
Scene inside a British Restaurant, one of a number of communal restaurants during the Second World War providing a cooked meal, with dessert and a cup of tea, for around the cost of 1s.2d. While operated on a canteen basis, meals were eaten at a table and allowed people, including war workers and those who had bombed out of their homes or might have difficulty cooking or making a packed lunch at home, a nutritious and affordable meal, which could be eaten in addition to wartime rations. Restaurants were often run by volunteer organisations such as the W.V.R and were housed in a variety of buildings, including temporary structures such as this Nissen style hut. Date: 1946
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 19806115
© Mary Evans Picture Library
Eating Jan20 Ministry Mural Murals Nissen Nutrition Rationing Restaurant Restaurants
14"x12" (38x32cm) Modern Frame
Step back in time with our stunning Framed Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the captivating image "Scene inside a British Restaurant" from Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative photograph transports you to the heart of wartime Britain, showcasing the communal spirit of the Second World War era. Gather around a table filled with fellow diners, as they enjoy a cooked meal, dessert, and a cup of tea for just 1s.2d. Add this historical piece to your home decor and let the stories of the past come alive. Each print is carefully framed with attention to detail, ensuring a beautiful and lasting addition to your space.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (38x32cm). 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 24.4cm x 19.8cm (9.6" x 7.8")
Estimated Product Size is 37.6cm x 32.5cm (14.8" x 12.8")
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.
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Animals
> Mammals
> Muridae
> House Mouse
> Historic
> World War I and II
> World War II
EDITORS COMMENTS
Amidst the harsh realities of post-war Britain, the simple pleasure of sharing a hot, nutritious meal with others brought a sense of community and comfort. This evocative photograph captures the interior of a British Restaurant, one of many communal dining establishments that emerged during the Second World War. Located in a Nissen hut, a temporary corrugated steel structure, this restaurant offered a cooked meal, complete with dessert and a cup of tea, for around 1s.2d - an affordable luxury for many war workers, evacuees, and those who had lost their homes or struggled to prepare meals due to rationing and food shortages. The warm, inviting atmosphere is further enhanced by the colorful murals adorning the walls, adding a touch of cheer to the otherwise spartan surroundings. Women, dressed in their best, sit at long communal tables, engaged in animated conversation, as they enjoy their meals. The Ministry of Food played a crucial role in ensuring the provision of adequate nutrition during this period, and these restaurants were an essential part of their efforts. Despite the challenges of the time, the shared experience of breaking bread together offered a brief respite from the hardships of war-torn Britain.
MADE IN THE UK
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Basket.
