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Women brickmakers in the Black Country
Women brickmakers at work in the Black Country -- south Staffordshire and north Worcestershire
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Bare Brick Brick Making Bricks Dirty Employment Feet Manual Manufacture Midlands Scarf Staffordshire Straw Supervisor Worcestershire Workhouse 1902 Brickmaker Brickmakers
16"x24" (61x41cm) Metal Print
Bring the rich history of the Black Country to life with our stunning Metal Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image of women brickmakers at work, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you back in time to the industrial heartland of south Staffordshire and north Worcestershire. Each Metal Print is meticulously crafted with a durable, high-quality metal sheet coated in a vibrant, long-lasting finish. The vivid colors and sharp details bring out the authenticity and depth of this iconic Rights Managed photograph. Hang this unique piece in your home or office as a conversation starter and a testament to the resilient spirit of the past. Order your Metal Print today and add a touch of history to your space.
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 evocative photograph captures the gritty reality of women brickmakers at work in the Black Country of south Staffordshire and north Worcestershire during the early 20th century. The image, taken in 1902, depicts a group of women in the midst of producing bricks, a labor-intensive and physically demanding process that was a significant part of the region's industrial history. The women in the photograph are dressed in simple, practical clothing, including scarves wrapped around their necks and hats to protect them from the elements. Their bare feet reveal the harsh working conditions they endured, as they manually shaped and molded the clay bricks using their feet and simple tools. A supervisor stands nearby, overseeing their progress. The brickmaking industry was a major employer in the Black Country, and women played a crucial role in its production. Brickmaking was often seen as a last resort for women who were unable to find work in other industries or who were widows with young children to support. The long hours and grueling labor were difficult, but the wages were relatively good compared to other forms of employment available to women at the time. Despite the challenging conditions, the women in this photograph appear focused and determined, their expressions revealing a sense of pride and accomplishment in their work. The scene is reminiscent of the Edwardian era, a time when the industrial Midlands was at the heart of Britain's manufacturing industry, and when women's roles in the workforce were beginning to shift and evolve. This photograph offers a glimpse into a historical moment in the Black Country's industrial past, highlighting the important role that women played in the region's brickmaking industry and the resilience and determination they displayed in the face of difficult working conditions.
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