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Framed Print : SOCIAL / WASHING DAY 1920
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SOCIAL / WASHING DAY 1920
Washing day in a workmans home: maman bends over the tub, her elder daughter pegs out the washing, the younger children blow bubbles Date: circa 1920
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Media ID 20154543
© Bubblepunk
Bends Blow Bubbles Elder Maman Pegs Washing Workman Younger Workmans
18"x14" Modern Frame
Step back in time with our exquisite 'Social / Wash Day 1920' Framed Print from Media Storehouse, featuring this charming image from Mary Evans Prints Online. Witness the heartwarming scene of a mother and her children engaged in a typical household chore of the past, with the elder daughter pegging out the washing and the younger ones blowing bubbles. This beautifully preserved photograph, circa 1920, is an endearing reminder of simpler times and the bond between family. Elevate your home decor with this timeless piece and let the story of yesteryears unfold before your eyes.
16x12 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. 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 40.6cm x 35.6cm (16" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 35.6cm (18" x 14")
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
This evocative photograph captures a moment of daily life in a French working-class family during the early 20th century. The scene takes place in the modest home of a workman, where the mother, or 'maman,' is seen bent over a tub, washing clothes by hand. Her elder daughter stands nearby, carefully pegging the freshly cleaned garments to a clothesline that stretches across the room. The younger children, dressed in simple outfits, playfully blow bubbles, adding a touch of innocence and joy to the otherwise laborious task at hand. The photograph, titled "Washing Day 1920," offers a glimpse into the domestic sphere of a typical French family during this era. The simple pleasures of family life and the importance of community and cooperation are on full display, as the mother and daughter work together to complete the household chore. The children's playful antics serve as a reminder that even in the most humble of circumstances, there is always room for joy and levity. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the universal experiences of family life and the importance of the simple pleasures that bring us together. The image transports us back in time, allowing us to witness a moment in history that resonates with us even today. With its authentic and unpretentious depiction of daily life, this photograph is a testament to the enduring power of photography to capture and preserve the human experience.
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