Framed Print : Board School Ironing 19C
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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
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1893 Ironing Lesson Prepare Receive Schools Housewifery
22"x18" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating "Board School Ironing 19C" framed print from our Media Storehouse collection, brought to you in partnership with Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This exquisite piece of historical art captures a moment in time, showcasing young board school girls engrossed in their ironing lesson. This charming 19th-century image offers a unique glimpse into the past, highlighting the educational focus on housewifery skills that were essential for women during this era. Add this beautifully framed print to your home or office to evoke a sense of nostalgia and inspire a deeper connection to history.
20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 45.7cm (20" x 18")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 45.7cm (22" x 18")
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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