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The New Compensation Act - 1906 - Butler takes a tumble
The New Compensation Act - Butler " Heres a go. I m goin to break me leg" - a Butler is not unduly concerned at his tumble down the stairs to the wine cellar, as the Workmens Compensation Act of 1906 allowed working people the right to claim for compensation for personal injury suffered during their employment. Date: 1906
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Browne Butler Compensation Employment Falling Falls Legislation Slip Slipping Slips Steward Taking Trip Tripping Trips Wine Workman Workmen Workmens Rights
18"x14" Modern Frame
Add a touch of historical charm to your home or office with our Framed Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, titled "The New Compensation Act - 1906 - Butler takes a tumble" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts a Butler taking an unconcerned tumble down the stairs to the wine cellar. A humorous and intriguing piece from the past, this framed print is sure to spark conversation and add character to any space. Order now and bring a piece of history into your home.
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 25.9cm (16" x 10.2")
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.
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This photograph captures a moment of unexpected grace and resilience from a Butler, as he takes a tumble down the grand staircase leading to the wine cellar. The Butler, with an air of nonchalance, seems to be saying "Here's a go. I'm going to break my leg," as he braces for impact. But fear not, for this is not an ordinary fall. This image was captured in 1906, a year that marked a significant turning point in labor history with the passing of The New Compensation Act. The Act, also known as the Workmen's Compensation Act, granted working people the right to claim for compensation for personal injury suffered during their employment. This groundbreaking legislation brought about a cultural shift, as workers were no longer left to bear the financial burden of their injuries alone. The Butler's carefree attitude towards his fall is a testament to the newfound security and peace of mind that the Act brought to the working class. The image, titled "Butler 'Heres a go. I'm goin to break me leg'", features a Butler in formal attire, surrounded by the opulence of a grand wine cellar. The intricate detailing of the staircase, the rich colors of the wine bottles, and the Butler's expressive face all add to the charm and authenticity of the photograph. Tom Browne, a renowned photographer, captured this moment of candid reality amidst the grandeur of the time. Browne's keen eye for detail and ability to capture the human spirit in its rawest form made him a pioneer in documenting the lives of the working class during this era. This photograph is not only a visual delight but also a historical document that encapsulates the spirit of change and progress that characterized the early 20th century.
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