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Dolly Tub and Wringer 1904
Dolly tub and wringer, Yorkshire, 1904 Date: 1904
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Media ID 7402555
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12"x10" Modern Frame
Step back in time with our exquisite Dolly Tub and Wringer 1904 Framed Print from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, takes you on a journey to a simpler era. The black-and-white photograph, dated 1904, depicts a woman in Yorkshire lovingly washing clothes using a dolly tub and wringer, a common sight in rural households of the early 20th century. The high-quality print is beautifully framed, adding a touch of nostalgia and character to any room in your home. Bring history into your living space with this charming piece of art.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 25.4cm (12" 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 the daily routine of washing clothes in a Dolly Tub and using a wringer, taken in Yorkshire, England in 1904. The image presents a glimpse into the past of a simpler time when household chores were a laborious and communal affair. The woman in the foreground is deeply engrossed in the task at hand, her expression reflecting the focus and determination required to complete the arduous process. Her companion, a man, assists her by feeding the freshly washed clothes into the wringer, which squeezes out excess water in preparation for hanging out to dry. The scene is set against a backdrop of modest surroundings, with the bare essentials of a wash day laid out nearby - a wooden bench, a pile of clothes, and a few buckets. The clothesline can be seen stretched between two posts, ready to accommodate the damp garments once they have been wrung out. The scene exudes a sense of quiet perseverance and the shared effort of a community coming together to complete a necessary yet time-consuming task. The photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the daily struggles and simple pleasures of life in the early 1900s, when the act of washing clothes was a communal affair and a testament to the resilience and resourcefulness of people. This image is an invaluable historical document, offering a unique insight into the lives of ordinary people during a time of profound social and economic change.
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