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Workers Going Home
Workers going home for their dinner (at mid-day) from the Great Western Railways works at Wolverton
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Media ID 592308
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10040112
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the rich history of industrial life through the captivating lens of Mary Evans Picture Library with our selection of Fine Art Prints from their extensive archive. This particular print, titled "Workers Going Home," transports you back in time to the bustling railway works at Wolverton. The image beautifully captures the moment as workers make their way home for their mid-day meal, their determined strides contrasting with the serene backdrop of the Great Western Railways. Add a touch of history and character to your space with this exquisitely detailed and evocative Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse and Mary Evans Picture Library.
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.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" 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.
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Workers Going Home
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is a captivating historical photograph taken in the year 1909, depicting a scene of workers making their way home for their mid-day dinner break at Wolverton, a significant railway works site located in the Great Western Railway (GWR) of Britain during the 20th century. The image offers a poignant glimpse into the social history of the working class during this era. The photograph captures a bustling scene of workers exiting the GWR works at Wolverton, each carrying their belongings or pushing prams, their faces reflecting a mix of exhaustion and relief as they head towards their homes. The image is a testament to the daily grind of the working class during this period, highlighting the importance of the mid-day dinner break as a crucial moment of respite from the rigors of industrial labor. The photograph also showcases the vibrant and diverse community that existed around the railway works. Children play in the streets, while women wait outside their homes, some with laundry in hand, while others chat with neighbors. The image offers a snapshot of the rich social fabric of the community, providing a fascinating insight into the lives of the working class during this period. The "Workers Going Home" photograph is an essential addition to any collection of historical images documenting the social history of Britain during the 20th century. It offers a poignant reminder of the daily struggles and triumphs of the working class, and the importance of community and family in providing solace and support during challenging times. This image is a must-have for anyone interested in the history of the working class, social history, or the history of the railway industry in Britain.
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