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Photographers father, Joe ONeill, during a lunch break
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Photographers father, Joe ONeill, during a lunch break
The photographers father, Joe ONeill, during a lunch break from his job at the Regent Rubber factory in Eccles, Manchester. Behind him are large adverts on a house wall for Players cigarettes, Lurpak butter and KitKat chocolate. Date: circa 1977
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1977 Adverts Break Butter Chocolate Cigarettes Eccles Lunch Manchester Neill Oneill Players
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In this evocative photograph, Joe O'Neill takes a well-deserved break from his laborious workday at the Regent Rubber factory in Eccles, Manchester during the 1970s. The year is circa 1977, and the era's distinctive atmosphere is palpable in the image. Joe, a man of the North, wears a simple work shirt and trousers, his face etched with the lines of a life lived honestly and diligently. Behind him, the rough brick wall of a terraced house comes alive with large advertisements for iconic brands of the time. Players cigarettes, Lurpak butter, and KitKat chocolate all make their presence known, their bold typography and vibrant colours contrasting starkly against the grey backdrop of the urban landscape. The street outside is quiet, the pavement empty save for the occasional footprint, as the lunch hour provides a brief respite from the daily grind. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, a moment frozen in time that speaks to the history and culture of the 1970s. Joe, a father and a worker, takes a moment to rest, his gaze fixed on the horizon as he savours the simple pleasures of a sandwich and a cup of tea. The advertisements on the wall, though seemingly mundane, serve as a reminder of the era's consumer culture and the role it played in shaping the lives of working-class men like Joe. This poignant image invites us to reflect on the passage of time and the everyday experiences that define our collective history.
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