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Caravan dwellers in Durham
An assortment of caravans, some with wooden wheels and others having lost their wheels, near a quarry in County Durham. Date: circa 1936
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Media ID 7186085
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Assortment Caravans Durham Lost Pauper Quarry Wheels Workhouse
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
"Bring the nostalgic charm of the past into your home with our exquisite Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating piece, "Caravan dwellers in Durham" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you back in time to circa 1936. Witness the scene of caravans nestled near a quarry in County Durham, where some proudly display their wooden wheels, while others have lost theirs, yet remain standing strong. Add this evocative image to your wall and let the story of the caravan dwellers unfold, day after day."
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 76.2cm x 50.8cm (30" x 20")
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 the transient community of caravan dwellers in County Durham, England, circa 1936. The scene is set against the backdrop of a quarry, with its towering cliffs and industrial machinery, adding a stark contrast to the simple, makeshift homes of the paupers who resided there. The assortment of caravans in the image showcases the diversity of living conditions. Some of the caravans are still in use, with their wooden wheels intact, while others have lost their wheels, rendering them immobile. This suggests that some residents had the means to maintain their homes, while others were less fortunate. The presence of caravans in this area can be attributed to the economic hardships of the time. Many paupers, unable to afford permanent housing, resorted to living in caravans. These mobile homes provided a degree of mobility, allowing families to move from place to place in search of work or resources. This photograph offers a glimpse into a forgotten chapter of history, highlighting the struggles and resilience of those who lived in poverty during the interwar period. It is a poignant reminder of the human spirit and the lengths people went to in order to survive during difficult times.
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