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Fine Art Print : Interior of a British Restaurant, one of a number of communal restaurants during the
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Interior of a British Restaurant, one of a number of communal restaurants during the
Interior of a British Restaurant, one of a number of communal restaurants during the Second World War providing a cooked meal, with dessert and a cup of tea, for around the cost of 1s.2d. While operated on a canteen basis, meals were eaten at a table and allowed people, including war workers and those who had bombed out of their homes or might have difficulty cooking or making a packed lunch at home, a nutritious and affordable meal, which could be eaten in addition to wartime rations. Date: 1946
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Chairs Communal Eating Jan20 Ministry Rationing Restaurant Restaurants Tables
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print of an Interior of a British Restaurant from the Media Storehouse collection, available through Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative image transports you to the heart of wartime Britain, where communal dining halls provided a warm respite from the daily struggles. Enjoy the simple pleasures of a cooked meal, dessert, and a cup of tea for around 1s.2d. Each print is meticulously crafted to bring the history and charm of this era to your home or office. Order yours today and add a touch of nostalgia to your space.
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 50.1cm x 40.6cm (19.7" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Amidst the harsh realities of post-war rationing and the aftermath of the Second World War, the Interior of a British Restaurant offers a glimmer of hope and nourishment. This communal dining space, one of many established across the United Kingdom, provided a cooked meal, complete with dessert and a cup of tea, for around 1s.2d (approximately 6p in modern currency). Operated on a canteen basis, these restaurants offered an affordable and nutritious alternative to those who struggled to cook or make a packed lunch at home due to wartime destruction or simply the scarcity of resources. War workers and those in need were welcome to sit down and enjoy their meal at a table, surrounded by the comforting presence of fellow community members. The Ministry of Food oversaw the rationing of essential food items during this period, making the provision of these meals all the more valuable. The warm and inviting atmosphere of the Interior of a British Restaurant served as a testament to the resilience and unity of the British people during these challenging times.
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