Metal Print : French Sweep Boys
Metal Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
French Sweep Boys
LES RAMONEURS French chimneysweeps leave for the days work
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Media ID 584795
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10037998
1859 Chimney Conditions Leave Sweep Sweeps Chimney Sweeps
16"x24" (61x41cm) Metal Print
Bring the timeless charm of history into your home with Media Storehouse's Metal Prints featuring the iconic image "LES RAMONEURS" by Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating photograph of French chimney sweeps leaving for their daily work is now available in a stunning metal print, adding a unique and textured aesthetic to any room. The high-quality metal print preserves the rich details and vibrant colors of this classic image, making it a beautiful and conversation-starting addition to your decor. Elevate your space with a piece of history that's sure to inspire and delight.
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph, titled "LES RAMONEURS" or "French Sweep Boys," captures a poignant moment in history as a group of young chimney sweeps prepare to embark on their daily labor in 1859. The image, from Mary Evans Picture Library, transports us back in time to an era when child labor was a harsh reality in the rapidly industrializing world. The boys, dressed in tattered clothes and wearing protective white aprons, huddle together before setting off for another grueling day up the soot-filled chimneys of Paris. Their faces, etched with the hardships of their young lives, convey a sense of determination and resilience that belies their tender years. Chimney sweeping was a notoriously dangerous and arduous occupation, with long hours spent crawling through narrow, dark flues, inhaling toxic fumes and dealing with the ever-present threat of suffocation. The boys, often as young as six, were recruited from the streets and orphanages, and their small size allowed them to navigate the narrow chimneys more easily. Despite the hazardous conditions, the chimney sweeps were an essential part of the industrial workforce, keeping the city's factories and homes heated during the cold winter months. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by these young boys, who played a crucial role in the industrial revolution, but paid a heavy price for it. The image also highlights the stark contrast between the harsh realities of working-class life and the opulence and prosperity of the bourgeoisie, who enjoyed the warmth of their homes while the chimney sweeps toiled away in the shadows. The photograph is a powerful testament to the human spirit and the indomitable will of the working class, who endured unimaginable hardships to keep the wheels of industry turning.
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