Framed Print : Children Wash Clothes
Framed Photos from Mary Evans Picture Library
Children Wash Clothes
Two little girls help their mother with the laundry on washday
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Media ID 603206
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10125012
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22"x18" Modern Frame
Introducing the enchanting "Children Wash Clothes" print from the extensive collection of Mary Evans Picture Library at Media Storehouse. This evocative image captures the heartwarming moment of two little girls assisting their mother with the laundry on a sunny washday. The intricate details and rich colors of this timeless photograph transport you back to a simpler time, making it an exquisite addition to any home or office space. Bring a touch of nostalgia and warmth to your surroundings with this beautiful framed print from Media Storehouse.
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.
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 45.7cm x 50.8cm (18" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 55.9cm (18" x 22")
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
This evocative photograph, titled 'Children Wash Clothes' and taken in 1884, captures a moment in time from a bygone era. The image portrays two young girls, their faces filled with determination and concentration, assisting their mother with the arduous task of laundry on a wash day. The scene is set in a rural location, with the girls working by a large wooden tub filled with soapy water, surrounded by freshly picked flowers and a clothesline stretching out into the distance. The historical context of this photograph is significant, as it provides a glimpse into the daily life and domestic chores of families during the late 19th century. Wash day was a regular occurrence in rural communities, where families relied on natural resources to clean their clothes. The process involved boiling water in large pots over an open fire, adding laundry soap, and manually agitating the clothes with a washboard or a stick. The clothes were then rinsed and hung out to dry, a process that could take several hours. The role of children in helping with household chores was common during this period, and this photograph beautifully illustrates the intergenerational bonding that occurred during such tasks. The girls in the image, despite their young age, are actively contributing to the family's wellbeing by helping their mother with the laundry. The photograph also highlights the importance of community and cooperation, as neighbors would often help each other with their wash days, making it a social event as well as a necessary chore. Overall, this photograph is a poignant reminder of the simple pleasures and hard work that defined daily life in rural communities during the late 19th century. It invites us to reflect on the passage of time and the enduring nature of family bonds and the importance of working together to accomplish daily tasks.
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