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Orphan Shoe-Makers
Russian orphans trained as shoemakers
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Media ID 4336651
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Conditions Cottage Makers Orphan Orphans Shoe Trained 1925
14"x11" Photo Print
Discover the poignant beauty of history with our Media Storehouse Photographic Prints, featuring this powerful image of Russian orphan shoemakers from Mary Evans Prints Online. Rights Managed, this captivating photograph offers a glimpse into the past, telling a story of resilience and determination. Each print is meticulously produced using high-quality materials, ensuring vibrant colors and sharp details that bring the image to life. Add this inspiring piece to your home or office decor and start a conversation about the human spirit. Order yours today and let history touch your heart.
Photo prints are produced on Kodak professional photo paper resulting in timeless and breath-taking prints which are also ideal for framing. The colors produced are rich and vivid, with accurate blacks and pristine whites, resulting in prints that are truly timeless and magnificent. Whether you're looking to display your prints in your home, office, or gallery, our range of photographic prints are sure to impress. Dimensions refers to the size of the paper in inches.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 24.8cm (14" x 9.8")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This poignant photograph captures a moment in the lives of Russian orphan children during the early 20th century, as they are trained as Orphan Shoe-Makers. Taken in 1925, the image offers a glimpse into the industrious and self-sufficient lifestyle that these young boys and girls were subjected to, as they learned the trade of shoemaking within the confines of a cottage industry. The historical context of this photograph is significant, as it reflects the harsh realities of the Russian orphanage system during a time of great social and economic upheaval. Orphanages, which had long been a part of Russian society, were often overcrowded and underfunded, with children living in challenging conditions. In an effort to provide some semblance of normalcy and skill training, orphanages began to focus on cottage industries, such as shoemaking, to help the children learn a trade and become self-sufficient. The image shows a group of young orphans, huddled around a table, intently focused on their work. Each child holds a piece of leather or a shoe in their hands, their faces etched with determination and concentration. The room is dimly lit, with sunlight filtering in through the windows, casting long shadows on the worn wooden floor. The simple, rustic surroundings of the cottage industry are evident, with the children's makeshift workbenches and the rough-hewn walls. Despite the difficult circumstances of their lives, these orphan children were determined to learn a trade and make the best of their situation. The photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the resilience and resourcefulness of these young people, who, despite their hardships, were able to find purpose and meaning in their lives through the simple act of making shoes.
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