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Miner washing at a tin bath, South Wales
A South Wales miner washes at a tin bath in front of the fire, while his wife sits mending socks
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Apron Bath Bathing Coal Dirt Dirty Fire Place Hearth Husband Mending Miner Mining Primitive Soap Towel Washin G 1925
14"x11" Photo Print
Introducing the latest addition to our Media Storehouse range of Photographic Prints: "Miner washing at a tin bath, South Wales" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image transports us back in time to the coal mining communities of South Wales. The black-and-white photograph poignantly depicts a miner taking a break from his laborious work, washing in a tin bath in front of a roaring fire. His wife sits beside him, mending socks, a testament to the shared hardships and camaraderie of the era. This evocative print is not only a beautiful addition to any home or office decor, but also a powerful reminder of the rich history and resilience of the mining communities. Order yours today and bring a piece of history into your space.
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Estimated Product Size is 35.5cm x 27.9cm (14" x 11")
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 a moment of respite and domesticity in the life of a South Wales miner and his wife in the 1920s. The miner, dressed in his grubby work clothes and wearing a towel around his waist, washes himself in a primitive tin bath set up in front of the fireplace. His wife, seated nearby, mends socks with an intense focus, her apron adorned with intricate embroidery. The scene exudes a sense of primitiveness and simplicity, with the rough-hewn wooden floor and the horse-drawn cart visible through the window adding to the rustic atmosphere. The warmth of the fireplace and the smiling faces of the couple suggest a sense of contentment and happiness despite the challenging conditions of their working-class existence. The photograph, taken in 1925, offers a glimpse into the daily life of coal miners and their families during the industrial era in Wales. The image is a poignant reminder of the hardships and joys of domestic life in the coal mining communities of South Wales during the 1920s.
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