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Photographic 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
11"x8.5" Photo Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse collection of Photographic Prints, featuring this poignant image of "1930s Poor Housing at Blaina, Monmouthshire" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative black-and-white photograph offers a glimpse into the past, depicting a woman and her small child standing outside a humble, single-story cottage in the South Wales mining town of Blaina. The industry in this area was primarily focused on coal-mining and tinplate works, leaving many families struggling to make ends meet during the Great Depression. This powerful image serves as a poignant reminder of the living conditions faced by many during this period. Bring a piece of history into your home or office with this beautifully printed photograph.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 27.9cm x 18.4cm (11" x 7.2")
Estimated Product Size is 27.9cm x 21.6cm (11" x 8.5")
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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