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East End Back-To-Backs
Crowded back-to-back working class terraced housing in the East End of London, condemned for demolition
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Media ID 592041
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Backs Condemned Corrugated Crowded Demolition Iron Slums Terraced Washin G
14"x11" Photo Print
Introducing the evocative "East End Back-To-Backs" photograph from the extensive collection of Mary Evans Picture Library, now available as a stunning fine art print from Media Storehouse. This powerful image captures the essence of the densely populated working-class neighborhoods in the East End of London during a pivotal era. The back-to-back terraced houses, symbolic of the cramped living conditions of the time, have been condemned for demolition, offering a poignant glimpse into the past. Bring this piece of history into your home or office and ignite conversations with its intriguing story. Order your print today from Media Storehouse and relive the past, one frame at a time.
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Estimated Product Size is 35.5cm x 27.9cm (14" x 11")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This powerful print captures the stark reality of life in the East End Back-To-Backs, a symbol of the crowded and cramped living conditions faced by working-class families in 1950s London. The terraced housing, with its corrugated iron roofs and lack of space, stands as a testament to the harsh realities of urban poverty and overcrowding.
The historical significance of these buildings cannot be understated, as they were eventually condemned for demolition due to their unsuitability for modern living standards. The image evokes a sense of nostalgia for a bygone era while also serving as a reminder of the social inequalities that have plagued cities like London throughout history.
Through this photograph, we are transported back in time to witness firsthand the struggles faced by those who called these back-to-backs home. It serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of affordable housing and social reform in ensuring that all individuals have access to safe and dignified living spaces.
Mary Evans Picture Library has captured not just an image, but a piece of history frozen in time. This print is more than just a visual representation - it is a window into the past that challenges us to reflect on how far we have come, and how much further we still have to go in creating equitable societies for all.
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