Fine Art Print : Mopping Linoleum 1940S
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Mopping Linoleum 1940S
A typical housewife wearing a snood, uses a wet mop to clean the kitchen lino
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Media ID 4360388
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Clean Cleaning Floor House Hold House Wife Kitchen Lino Linoleum Mopping Snood Typical
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the captivating image "Mopping Linoleum 1940s" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This charming vintage print transports you to a bygone era with a nostalgic depiction of a typical housewife in the 1940s, meticulously mopping her kitchen linoleum floor while wearing a stylish snood. Add an air of timeless elegance to your home decor with this beautiful fine art print, a perfect conversation starter and a delightful reminder of a simpler time.
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 35.5cm x 53.3cm (14" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
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.
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Step Back in Time: A 1940s Housewife Mopping the Linoleum Kitchen Floor This evocative black-and-white photograph captures the essence of domestic life in the 1940s, as a typical housewife goes about her daily chores. Dressed in a simple yet practical apron and a snood to keep her hair neatly tied back, she wields a wet mop with determination, tackling the linoleum kitchen floor with a sense of purpose. The linoleum flooring, a common choice for its affordability and durability during this era, reflects the light from the nearby window, creating a subtle yet striking contrast with the dark shadows cast by the room's fixtures. The scene is a reminder of the routine household tasks that once defined the role of women in the home. The snood, a net covering worn over the hair, was a popular accessory during this time, both functional and fashionable, keeping hair out of the way while cooking or cleaning. The mop, a ubiquitous tool in every household, was an essential item for maintaining cleanliness and hygiene. As we gaze at this image, we are transported back in time, to an era when life moved at a slower pace, and the simple act of mopping the floor held a certain charm and dignity. This photograph is a testament to the resilience and resourcefulness of women, who managed homes and families with grace and determination, even in the face of adversity. A beautiful and poignant snapshot of history, this image is a must-have for anyone interested in the social history of the 1940s or the evolution of household chores.
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