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Poster Print : Upholsterers at work, C V Smith factory, London
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Upholsterers at work, C V Smith factory, London
Upholsterers at work at Mr C V Smiths factory in Osnaburgh Street, Camden, London. Teams of men are assembling and stuffing long leather couches
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Apron Assembling Bowler Camden Chesterfield Couch Employment Leather Sofa Stuffing Teams Upholsterer Upholstery Workhouse 1902 Furniture Smith Upholsterers
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Introducing the captivating "Upholsterers at work" poster print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you in partnership with Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative image transports us back in time to the bustling C V Smith factory in Camden, London. Witness a team of dedicated upholsterers in action, meticulously assembling and stuffing long leather couches. The rich, textured leather and the focused expressions of the workers add depth and character to this intriguing snapshot of a bygone era. Bring the history and craftsmanship of traditional upholstery into your home or office with this stunning, high-quality poster print.
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 59.4cm x 39cm (23.4" x 15.4")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This photograph, taken in 1902, offers a rare glimpse into the bustling world of upholstery production at the C V Smith factory in Osnaburgh Street, Camden, London. The image showcases a team of dedicated upholsterers at work, meticulously assembling and stuffing long leather couches. The men, dressed in aprons and bowler hats, are deeply focused on their craft, their expressions reflecting the concentration and skill required for their task. The Edwardian-era factory, located in the heart of Camden, was a hub of industry and employment, providing livelihoods for numerous local residents. The upholstered sofas and couches, which would have been a prized possession in many homes during this period, were crafted with great care and attention to detail. The use of high-quality leather, combined with the skilled labor of the upholsterers, ensured that each piece was not only functional but also aesthetically pleasing. The photograph captures the camaraderie and teamwork that were essential components of the upholstery production process. The men work in pairs, each responsible for a specific aspect of the sofa's construction. One man stuffs the cushions with horsehair or wool, while the other assembles the frame and attaches the leather cover. The precision and coordination required to produce a finished product are evident in the image. This photograph is a fascinating window into the past, offering a glimpse into the history of the upholstery industry and the lives of the men who worked in the factories of Camden during the early 20th century.
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