Canvas Print : British Unemployed Men
Canvas Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
British Unemployed Men
Unemployed working class men queueing for the Dole during the Depression
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Media ID 616402
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10080984
Caps Cheerful Depression Dole Flat Queue Queueing Unemployed Unemployment 1929
12"x9" (30x23cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the poignant and historically significant "British Unemployed Men" canvas print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you by Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative image captures the spirit of the working class men queuing for the Dole during the Great Depression, offering a powerful and thought-provoking addition to any home or office space. The high-quality canvas print boasts vibrant colors and sharp details, ensuring that every intricate line and texture is brought to life. Transport yourself back in time with this powerful and moving piece of social history, now available through Media Storehouse.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 22.9cm (12" x 9")
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 evocative photograph captures a poignant moment in British history during the Great Depression of the late 1920s. The image shows a long queue of unemployed working-class men, patiently waiting their turn to collect their unemployment benefits, or 'dole,' from the local employment office. The scene is set in a drab, flat environment with gray skies and dull brick buildings, reflecting the economic despair that gripped the nation at the time. Despite the grim circumstances, the men in the queue maintain a surprising sense of camaraderie and cheerfulness. Some wear caps or hats, adding a touch of individuality to their otherwise uniform appearance. The men in the front of the queue chat amicably with one another, while others lean against the wall or sit on the curb, seemingly at ease in their shared predicament. The photograph offers a glimpse into the daily struggles of the working class during this period of economic hardship. Unemployment reached record levels, with over two million people out of work, and the dole queue became a common sight on the streets of British towns and cities. This image serves as a powerful reminder of the resilience and community spirit that emerged in the face of adversity, and the enduring impact of historical events on ordinary people's lives. The photograph is a valuable historical document, capturing a moment in time that is both sad and inspiring. It invites us to reflect on the past and consider the lessons that can be learned from it, as well as the challenges and uncertainties that continue to shape our world today.
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