Fine Art Print : Board School Girl 1893
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Board School Girl 1893
A board school girl learns the domestic arts that will prepare her for housewifery. Here she is given a lesson in drying clothes
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Media ID 617207
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1893 Drying Learns Lesson Prepare Schools Housewifery
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite selection from the Media Storehouse range of Fine Art Prints. This captivating image, titled "Board School Girl 1893" by Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you to a bygone era. Witness the charm of a young boarding school girl as she learns the essential skills of her future role as a housewife - in this case, the art of drying clothes. Each fine art print is meticulously reproduced with the utmost care and attention to detail, ensuring a stunning and vibrant result. Bring a touch of history and timeless beauty into your home or office with this evocative piece.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print from 1893 captures a board school girl in Britain as she learns the essential domestic arts that will prepare her for housewifery. In this particular lesson, the young girl is being taught how to properly dry clothes - a skill that was considered crucial for women of that time period.
The image provides a fascinating glimpse into the historical education system, showcasing how girls were trained in practical skills alongside traditional academic subjects. Board schools were established to provide education for children whose families could not afford private schooling, and they played a vital role in shaping future generations.
As we observe the young girl carefully hanging up laundry to dry, we are reminded of the importance placed on household duties and responsibilities during this era. The focus on preparing girls for their future roles as wives and mothers highlights the societal expectations placed on women at the time.
This print serves as a poignant reminder of how far we have come in terms of gender equality and educational opportunities. It offers us a window into the past while also prompting us to reflect on our own progress towards creating more inclusive and empowering learning environments for all individuals.
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