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Fine Art Print : East End Back-To-Backs
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East End Back-To-Backs
Crowded back-to-back working class terraced housing in the East End of London, condemned for demolition
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Media ID 592041
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10155901
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20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the rich history of London's East End with our exquisite Fine Art Print of 'East End Back-To-Backs' by Mary Evans Picture Library. This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the essence of a bygone era with its depiction of crowded back-to-back working class terraced housing. A poignant reminder of the past, this print is perfect for adding character and depth to any room in your home or office. With its intricate details and stunning visual storytelling, this Fine Art Print is more than just a decorative piece - it's a window into history. Bring the history of London's East End into your space with this beautiful and thought-provoking print.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 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 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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 powerful print captures the stark reality of life in the East End Back-To-Backs, a symbol of the crowded and cramped living conditions faced by working-class families in 1950s London. The terraced housing, with its corrugated iron roofs and lack of space, stands as a testament to the harsh realities of urban poverty and overcrowding.
The historical significance of these buildings cannot be understated, as they were eventually condemned for demolition due to their unsuitability for modern living standards. The image evokes a sense of nostalgia for a bygone era while also serving as a reminder of the social inequalities that have plagued cities like London throughout history.
Through this photograph, we are transported back in time to witness firsthand the struggles faced by those who called these back-to-backs home. It serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of affordable housing and social reform in ensuring that all individuals have access to safe and dignified living spaces.
Mary Evans Picture Library has captured not just an image, but a piece of history frozen in time. This print is more than just a visual representation - it is a window into the past that challenges us to reflect on how far we have come, and how much further we still have to go in creating equitable societies for all.
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