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Framed Print : Sidcup, Kent. Few workers possessed alarm clocks, so the services of this knocker
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Sidcup, Kent. Few workers possessed alarm clocks, so the services of this knocker
Sidcup, Kent.
Few workers possessed alarm clocks, so the services of this knocker up were in demand. Her clients were roused by shooting peas at their windows.
circa. 1930
TopFoto independent historic photographs and images all subjects and eras
Media ID 11278089
© John Topham / TopFoto.co.uk
England Jobs Memory Lane Twenties United Kingdom Work Nineteen Twenties
12"x10" Modern Frame
Experience the charm of history with our Media Storehouse Framed Print of "Sidcup, Kent. Few workers possessed alarm clocks, so the services of this knocker" by John Tophoto. This captivating image, taken circa 1930, transports you back in time to an era when the knocker-upper's role was essential. With clients who didn't have alarm clocks, the knocker's service was highly sought after. Rouse yourself from the past with this unique and intriguing piece, framed to preserve its timeless appeal. Add a touch of history to your home or office decor.
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.
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 30.5cm (10" x 12")
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.
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This print takes us back to Sidcup, Kent in the 1930s. In an era where alarm clocks were a luxury for few workers, this unique service became essential. The woman featured here is a knocker up, whose expertise lies in waking people up on time. Her clients relied on her ingenious method of shooting peas at their windows to ensure they rose promptly from their slumber. The image beautifully captures the essence of a bygone era between the wars in England. It transports us to a time when simple yet creative solutions were employed to meet everyday challenges. The monochrome tones add depth and nostalgia, allowing us to immerse ourselves fully into this snapshot from memory lane. As we observe this photograph, we can't help but marvel at the resourcefulness and dedication of individuals like this knocker up who played such crucial roles in society during that period. This image serves as a reminder of how work was approached differently back then and offers insight into the lives of ordinary people striving to make ends meet. John Topham's skillful composition brings forth not only historical significance but also evokes emotions tied to human resilience and adaptability. It reminds us that even amidst adversity, innovation thrives – whether it be through unconventional alarm clocks or capturing timeless moments through photography like Topham did with his lens.
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