Canvas Print : EYE TEST / 1958
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EYE TEST / 1958
The school matron tests the eye sight of a few young boys
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Media ID 4351073
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10108203
10"x10" (25x25cm) Canvas Print
"Step back in time with our captivating EYE TEST / 1958 Canvas Print from the Media Storehouse collection. This vintage photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you to a bygone era as a school matron diligently tests the eyesight of a few young boys. Each print is meticulously reproduced on high-quality canvas, ensuring rich colors and sharp details that bring history to life in your home or office. Experience the nostalgia and charm of this iconic image with every glance."
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 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
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 evocative photograph captures a poignant moment in the history of education and healthcare in Britain during the late 1950s. Entitled "EYE TEST / 1958," the image shows a school matron diligently administering eye tests to a group of young boys in a classroom setting. The boys, dressed in their neat school uniforms, sit attentively at their desks, each one peering intently through a large, round lens. The matron, with her stern yet compassionate expression, holds up a chart bearing letters and numbers, carefully guiding each child through the process. The importance of this scene lies in the fact that regular eye tests were not yet a standard practice in schools at the time. This photograph serves as a reminder of the significant strides made in the field of education and healthcare since then. The boys' innocent faces and the matron's unwavering dedication to their wellbeing create a poignant tableau that transports us back to a time when the importance of early eye care was just beginning to be recognized. The photograph's historical significance is further emphasized by the fact that it was taken in 1958, a year that marked the beginning of a new era in British education and healthcare. The implementation of the Tripartite System of Education and the establishment of the National Health Service (NHS) were two major milestones of the time, both of which aimed to improve the lives of children and the general population. In conclusion, "EYE TEST / 1958" is not just a photograph of a school matron administering eye tests to young boys; it is a snapshot of a pivotal moment in British history that highlights the importance of education, healthcare, and the dedication of those who work in these fields to ensure the wellbeing of future generations.
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