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Charity Bootblacks
To raise money for hospitals, English girls offer their services as shoeblacks to passing gentlemen in the streets of London
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Media ID 598772
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Charity Collecting Community Gentlemen Hospitals Money Offer Passing Raise Services Shine Shoe 1921
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the captivating "Charity Bootblacks" Canvas Print from Media Storehouse, brought to you in partnership with Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative image transports us back in time, to the streets of London where English girls, in their charitable endeavor, offered their services as shoeblacks to passing gentlemen. Raising funds for hospitals, these young girls brought a unique blend of kindness and elegance to the bustling city streets. Our high-quality canvas prints beautifully capture the essence of this heartwarming tradition, making it a perfect addition to any home or office space. With vivid colors and stunning detail, this print is sure to be a conversation starter and a source of inspiration. Order yours today and bring a piece of historical charm into your world.
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 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
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.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the spirit of community and charitable giving in early 20th century London. The image shows a group of English girls, dressed in simple yet neatly pressed frocks, offering their services as charity bootblacks to passing gentlemen on a bustling city street. The year is 1921, and the scene unfolds on the pavement, with the girls perched on small stools, their shiny black shoes at the ready. The girls' mission is to raise money for hospitals, and they do so with a cheerful and determined expression. Each gentleman who stops to avail himself of their services is greeted with a warm smile and a polished shine. The girls' deft use of bootjacks and brushes transforms the mundane task of shining shoes into a small act of kindness and generosity. The photograph is a poignant reminder of the power of community and the simple acts of kindness that can make a significant difference in people's lives. The girls' selfless offering of their time and labor demonstrates the enduring spirit of charity and the importance of coming together to support those in need. The image also offers a glimpse into the history of London's streets, where such scenes were once commonplace. The passing gentlemen, dressed in their Sunday best, add to the sense of history and tradition, making this photograph a valuable document of a bygone era. Overall, this photograph is a beautiful and poignant reminder of the power of community and the simple acts of kindness that can make a significant difference in people's lives. It is a testament to the enduring spirit of charity and the importance of coming together to support those in need.
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