Poster Print : Board School Ironing 19C
Poster Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
Board School Ironing 19C
Board school girls receive a domestic education that will prepare them for housewifery. Here they are given a lesson in ironing
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Media ID 617208
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10083318
1893 Ironing Lesson Prepare Receive Schools Housewifery
18x24 inch Poster Print
Introducing the captivating "Board School Ironing 19C" print from our Media Storehouse collection, brought to you by Mary Evans Picture Library via Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative image offers a glimpse into the past, showcasing young boarding school girls engrossed in their ironing lesson. A poignant reminder of the domestic education received by girls during the 19th century, these prints are not just decorative pieces, but also a window into history. Perfectly suited for your home, office, or educational setting, this print is a must-have for those who appreciate the richness of history and the beauty of vintage art. Bring a touch of the past into your space and ignite conversations with this captivating addition to your collection.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
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 print captures a glimpse into the past, showcasing board school girls in 19th century Britain receiving a lesson in ironing as part of their domestic education. The image provides a fascinating insight into the historical practices of preparing young women for housewifery, highlighting the importance placed on practical skills and homemaking abilities during this era.
The girls are seen attentively learning how to properly iron clothes, a task that was considered essential for maintaining a well-kept household. This educational experience would have equipped them with valuable knowledge and skills that were expected to serve them well in their future roles as wives and mothers.
The setting of the board school adds an additional layer of context to the image, emphasizing the structured environment in which these lessons took place. It is evident that education played a crucial role in shaping the lives of young women during this time period, with an emphasis on preparing them for their future domestic responsibilities.
Overall, this print serves as a poignant reminder of the societal norms and expectations placed on women in 19th century Britain, shedding light on the ways in which education was used as a tool for socialization and preparation for adulthood.
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