Canvas Print : Midinettes Strike, Paris
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Midinettes Strike, Paris
The midinettes who work for the Paris couturiers go on strike for better pay, singing the International in the streets, to the applause of sympathetic passers-by Date: September 1910
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Media ID 14289705
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Applause Couturiers Passers Singing Strike Sympathetic
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Bring the vibrant history of Paris fashion to your home with our exquisite Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse. This stunning piece, "Midinettes Strike, Paris" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures a pivotal moment in the city's fashion history. The midinettes, or seamstresses, boldly go on strike for better wages, singing the International anthem in the streets. The applause of sympathetic passers-by echoes through the air. This captivating image, rich in detail and emotion, is sure to make a bold statement in any room. Our high-quality canvas prints are meticulously crafted to bring out the depth and texture of the original artwork, making it a cherished addition to your collection.
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Midinettes Strike, Paris (September 1910): A Moment of Solidarity and Change in the World of Haute Couture This evocative photograph captures a pivotal moment in the history of Parisian haute couture, as midinettes, or seamstresses, who worked tirelessly behind the scenes for the city's renowned couture houses, went on strike in September 1910. The midinettes, dressed in their simple yet practical uniforms, are seen here gathered in the streets, their faces determined and resolute as they sing the International, the anthem of the labor movement. The cause of their protest was simple yet significant: they sought better pay and working conditions. Their labor was the foundation upon which the elaborate and extravagant creations of Parisian fashion were built, yet they were often paid meager wages and worked long hours in cramped and poorly lit workshops. The midinettes' strike was not only a bold assertion of their rights as workers, but also a powerful statement of solidarity. Their actions resonated with the broader labor movement, as well as with sympathetic passers-by, who are seen here applauding and offering their support. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the human stories that lie behind the glamour and allure of the fashion world. It also underscores the importance of labor rights and the power of collective action in bringing about change.
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