Premium Framed Print : Outdoor Privy
Framed Photos from Mary Evans Picture Library
Outdoor Privy
The perils of the outdoor privy - Martha, Martha, run and fetch me some paper
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Media ID 583777
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10034370
Fetch Loos Martha Perils Privy Toilet 1922
14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 40.6cm (14" x 16")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Step back in time with this fascinating print from Mary Evans Picture Library, capturing the perils of using an outdoor privy in 1922. The scene depicts a woman named Martha urgently calling for someone to fetch her some paper as she navigates the challenges of using this historical toilet facility.
The image provides a glimpse into a bygone era when outdoor privies were common and indoor plumbing was not yet widespread. It serves as a reminder of the simple yet essential daily tasks that people had to contend with in the past.
The rustic setting and vintage clothing worn by Martha evoke a sense of nostalgia for simpler times, while also highlighting the inconveniences and discomforts that our ancestors faced on a regular basis. The urgency in Martha's voice as she calls out for assistance adds a touch of humor to the scene, underscoring the practical difficulties inherent in using such facilities.
Overall, this print offers viewers a unique window into history, shedding light on how everyday life has evolved over time. It serves as both an educational tool and a conversation starter, prompting us to reflect on our modern conveniences and appreciate how far we have come since the days of outdoor privies.
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