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Metal Print : 1930s Poor housing at Blaina, Monmouthshire
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1930s Poor housing at Blaina, Monmouthshire
A woman and her small child stand outside a single-storey cottage at Blaina in South Wales. Industry in the area was centred on coal-mining and the local tinplate works and suffered great poverty and unemployment in the 1920s and 1930s. Date: circa 1936
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Area Centred Coal Cottage Mining Stand Storey Tinplate
16"x24" (61x41cm) Metal Print
Bring history to life with our Media Storehouse Metal Prints featuring this poignant image of a woman and her child outside a 1930s cottage in Blaina, Monmouthshire. This evocative photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a glimpse into the past of South Wales, where coal-mining and tinplate works dominated the industry and left many families struggling to make ends meet. Our high-quality metal prints are not just decorative pieces, they are a conversation starter and a reminder of the rich history that surrounds us. Order yours today and add a touch of timeless charm to your home or office.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Product Size is 61.5cm x 41.2cm (24.2" x 16.2")
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 poignant photograph captures the harsh realities of life in Blaina, Monmouthshire during the 1930s. The image shows a woman and her small child standing outside a single-story cottage, their expressions conveying a sense of resilience and determination in the face of adversity. The area, located in South Wales, was heavily industrialized, with coal-mining and the local tinplate works being the main sources of employment. However, the industry suffered greatly during the 1920s and 1930s, leading to high levels of poverty and unemployment. The woman's simple yet functional attire and the worn-out appearance of the cottage are clear indicators of the economic hardships faced by the community during this period. Despite the challenging circumstances, the mother and child continue to persevere, embodying the strength and resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity.
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