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Decorating an office building, London
A team of decorators painting the outside of an office building in Central London, working from ladders with no protective head gear. Date: circa 1950s
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Media ID 23429314
© A The John Turner Photographic Collection / Mary Evans AA The John Turner Photographic Collection / Mary Evans
Climb Climbing Decorating Decorator Decorators Gear Hebe Ladder Ladders Office Overalls Protective Whitewash Windows
Jigsaw Puzzle (500 Pieces)
Bring the vibrant energy of London's bustling business district into your home with our captivating Decorating an Office Building jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse. Featuring an enchanting image from Mary Evans Picture Library, this puzzle transports you back in time to the 1950s as you watch a dedicated team of decorators carefully painting the exterior of an iconic office building. With intricate details and vivid colors, this puzzle is not only a fun and engaging activity for all ages, but also a beautiful way to showcase the history and charm of London. Immerse yourself in this captivating puzzle and create a piece of history in your very own living room.
500 piece puzzles are custom made in the UK and hand-finished on 100% recycled 1.5 mm millboard. There is a level of repetition in jigsaw shapes with each matching piece away from its pair. The completed puzzle measures 38x50cm and is delivered packaged in an attractive presentation box specially designed to fit most letter box slots
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Estimated Product Size is 38cm x 50.2cm (15" x 19.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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In this evocative photograph, a team of decorators is hard at work painting the outside of an office building in the heart of Central London during the 1950s. The scene is set against the backdrop of a bustling city street, with passersby and traffic moving about in the background. The decorators, dressed in white overalls, are perched on ladders, brushes in hand, applying a fresh coat of whitewash to the building's facade. Despite the hazards of their work, none of the decorators are wearing protective headgear. This was likely a common practice during the 1950s, before the widespread adoption of safety regulations. The team seems focused and determined, with a sense of camaraderie as they work together to transform the building's appearance. The pavement below is littered with paint cans, brushes, and other tools of the trade. A woman in a smart suit and heels, identified as Hebe, watches the scene with a curious expression. She appears to be taking in the sights and sounds of the bustling city, perhaps on a break from her own office duties. The scene is a snapshot of life in Central London during the 1950s, capturing the grit and determination of the decorators at work and the vibrancy of the city around them. This photograph is a testament to the importance of maintaining the appearance of buildings, even in the midst of the hustle and bustle of urban life.
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