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Washing Day
1889: Children sitting under a washing line hanging acoss a courtyard in a slum area of London. (Photo by General Photographic Agency/Getty Images)
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General Photographic Agency
Media ID 12558837
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1880 1889 Child Clothesline Courtyard Domestic Life Females Hanging London England Poverty Residential District Slum Social Issues Washing Lifestyles
15"x10" (38x25cm) Metal Print
Step into history with our stunning Metal Print of 'Washing Day' from the Media Storehouse Fine Art Collection. Captured in 1889 by the General Photographic Agency, this powerful image transports you back in time to a London slum, where children play and life goes on amidst the bustling scene of a washing day. Our high-quality Metal Prints bring the rich details and authentic textures of this iconic photograph to life, making it a captivating addition to any home or office space. Experience the timeless beauty of this photograph in a whole new way with Media Storehouse Metal Prints.
Your image is printed photographically and bonded to a 3.5mm thick, Dibond board (black polyethylene sandwiched between two sheets of white coated aluminium). The panel is then sealed with a gloss protective covering. Supplied complete with a wall mount which holds the print 10mm from the wall.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Product Size is 38.1cm x 25.4cm (15" x 10")
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.
Washing Day (1889) - A Glimpse into the Harsh Realities of London's Slums
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This photograph, taken by the General Photographic Agency in 1889, offers a poignant glimpse into the daily lives of children living in a slum area of London. The image portrays a courtyard filled with worn-out buildings, where young boys and girls are seated beneath a washing line that stretches across their humble surroundings. The scene captures the essence of domestic life in this impoverished neighborhood. As they sit together on the ground, these resilient children seem to find solace amidst their challenging circumstances. Their faces reflect both innocence and resilience as they observe an animal perched nearby, perhaps finding comfort in its presence. The composition highlights not only the struggles faced by these young individuals but also sheds light on larger social issues prevalent during that era. Poverty looms over every corner of this slum district, evident from the dilapidated structures surrounding them. Through this powerful image, we are transported back to late 19th-century Europe and reminded of the stark realities faced by those living on society's fringes. It serves as a reminder that even amid adversity, human connection and perseverance can be found. As we contemplate "Washing Day" let us remember those who have endured similar hardships throughout history while acknowledging our collective responsibility to address social inequalities for future generations. This archival print is not merely an artistic representation; it is a window into an important chapter in our shared human experience
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