Poster Print : Factory Hopper
Poster Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
Factory Hopper
Factory Hopper, England. Date: 1910s
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Media ID 14201460
© The Wentworth Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Introducing the captivating Factory Hopper poster print from the Media Storehouse collection. This vintage image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you back in time to the bustling factories of England during the 1910s. The intriguing Factory Hopper image is a perfect addition to any workspace, man cave, or industrial-themed room, evoking a sense of history and nostalgia. Bring the charm of the past into your space with this stunning, high-quality poster print from Media Storehouse.
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 42.3cm (16.5" x 16.7")
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
This photograph, titled 'Factory Hopper' and hailing from the 1910s in England, offers a fascinating glimpse into the past. The image portrays a young boy, dressed in ragged clothes and wearing a cap, intently hopping from one factory to another. The boy's expression is focused and determined, reflecting the economic realities of the era. During the 1910s, England was undergoing rapid industrialization, and the demand for labor was high. Children, particularly those from impoverished backgrounds, were often recruited to work in factories from a young age. The practice of 'factory hopping' emerged as a means for children to secure better working conditions and wages. By moving from one factory to another, they could negotiate for better pay or escape abusive employers. The photograph captures the harsh realities of child labor during this period. The boy's appearance and the industrial backdrop serve as stark reminders of the living and working conditions that many children endured. However, it also highlights their resilience and determination to improve their circumstances. The 'Factory Hopper' image is a poignant reminder of the historical significance of the 1910s in England, a time of great change and challenge. It offers a glimpse into the lives of children who, despite their difficult circumstances, continued to strive for a better future. This photograph is an important historical document that sheds light on a chapter of England's industrial past that is often overlooked or forgotten.
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