Poster Print : Class Distinction 1934
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Class Distinction 1934
Three workers laugh at a fat capitalist taking his dog for a walk. Date: 1934
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Media ID 14279598
© Eduard Thony / Mary Evans Picture Library
Capitalist Digging Distinction Distinctions Laugh Laughing Taking Walk Workmen
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Introducing the captivating 'Class Distinction 1934' poster print from our Media Storehouse collection. This intriguing image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, takes us back in time to 1934 with a humorous depiction of three workers mockingly watching a portly capitalist as he walks his dog. This thought-provoking piece is a must-have for any space seeking to ignite conversation and add a touch of historical intrigue. Order your 'Class Distinction 1934' poster print today and bring a piece of the past into your home or office.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 42cm x 55.5cm (16.5" x 21.9")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Class Distinction 1934: A Timeless Image of Social Satire and Economic Inequality This evocative photograph, titled "Class Distinction 1934," captures a moment of levity and social commentary amidst the stark realities of the Great Depression. The image, taken in 1934, depicts three working-class men in overalls and work boots, their faces etched with the lines of hard labor, as they watch in amusement as a portly capitalist, dressed in a finely tailored suit and top hat, takes his dog for a leisurely walk. The capitalist, oblivious to the workers' gaze, focuses intently on his pet, a small, well-groomed dog on a leash. The photograph, a poignant reminder of the economic and social divisions of the time, is a testament to the power of satire and the human capacity for finding humor in the face of adversity. The workers' laughter, a subtle yet powerful form of resistance, underscores the deep-seated frustration and discontent that simmered beneath the surface during this period of profound economic inequality. The image, which has become a symbol of the class distinctions that characterized the early 20th century, offers a glimpse into a bygone era and serves as a reminder of the enduring importance of social and economic justice. As we reflect on the history of class and distinction, this photograph stands as a powerful reminder of the complex and often contentious relationships that have shaped our society, and the ongoing struggle to bridge the divide between the haves and the have-nots.
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