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Fine Art Print : WASHING DISHES, 1942. Three-year-old Ann Heath, daughter of a Warren McArthur factory
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WASHING DISHES, 1942. Three-year-old Ann Heath, daughter of a Warren McArthur factory
WASHING DISHES, 1942.
Three-year-old Ann Heath, daughter of a Warren McArthur factory lathe operator, standing on a footstool to help her mother wash the dinner dishes in the kitchen of their home, one of the four-room housing units constructed for defense industry employees in Bantam, Connecticut. Photographed by Howard R. Hollem, 1942
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Media ID 13637786
1942 Apron Busy Cleaning Cupboard Curtain Daughter Defense Dining Dinner Dish Domestic Family Heath Hollem Home Front Housework Howard Industry Kitchen Mother Responsibility Sink Stool Stove Warren Washing Window Working Class World War Ii Bantam Mcarthur Shelves
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the heartwarming image of three-year-old Ann Heath. This captivating photograph, taken in 1942, showcases a moment of love and connection as Ann helps her mother wash the dishes in their humble kitchen. The image, sourced from The Granger Collection through Granger Art on Demand, beautifully captures the essence of family and daily life during a bygone era. Bring this timeless moment into your home and add a touch of history and nostalgia to your decor.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
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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WASHING DISHES, 1942 - A Glimpse into the Everyday Life of a Working-Class Family during World War II
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. This print captures a poignant moment in history as three-year-old Ann Heath stands on a footstool, eagerly helping her mother wash the dinner dishes. Taken by Howard R. Hollem in 1942, this image offers us a glimpse into the daily life of an American family residing in one of Bantam, Connecticut's four-room housing units constructed for defense industry employees. In this mid-century kitchen, we see young Ann wearing an apron with determination etched across her face. The shelves behind her are neatly arranged with cups and dishes while curtains adorn the window above the sink. The stove stands nearby, symbolizing warmth and sustenance amidst challenging times. As war raged overseas during World War II, families like Ann's played their part on the home front by shouldering responsibilities beyond their years. This photograph encapsulates not only domestic chores but also resilience and unity within working-class communities. The image serves as a reminder that even at such tender ages, children were taught responsibility and actively participated in household tasks to support their parents who worked tirelessly for defense industries. It is through these small acts that they contributed to the larger cause of national security. Granger Art on Demand presents this remarkable piece from its collection without mentioning commercial use or any specific company affiliation. Through this photograph, we honor those who lived through extraordinary times
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