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This mother with her baby loads her prams with coke after a long wait in the queue
This mother with her baby loads her prams with coke after a long wait in the queue at South Metropolitan Gas Companys Depot at Vauxhall this morning. 13/2/ 1947 History of London - Vauxhall / Lambeth
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Media ID 11397082
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1940s Coal Family Post War Britain Pram Sack
12"x10" Modern Frame
Add a touch of historical charm to your home or office with our Framed Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, titled "This mother with her baby loads her prams with coke after a long wait in the queue" by General from TopFoto, transports us back in time to a Vauxhall depot in London during the winter of 1947. The scene of a mother and her baby, patiently loading their prams with Coke bottles after a lengthy queue, offers an intriguing glimpse into the past. Our high-quality framed prints are sure to make a stunning addition to any space, bringing history and timeless storytelling right to your walls.
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.
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In this print captured by General, we are transported back to the year 1947 in London's Vauxhall neighborhood. The image portrays a determined mother with her baby, who have just endured a lengthy wait in the queue at South Metropolitan Gas Company's Depot. It is evident that they have braved the challenging living conditions and fuel crisis of post-war Britain. With resilience etched on her face, the mother skillfully loads her prams with sacks of coke - an essential source of heating during those trying times. As she carefully arranges each sack, one cannot help but admire her resourcefulness and dedication to ensuring her family's well-being. The photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the hardships faced by families in 1940s Britain. It encapsulates not only their struggle for basic necessities but also their unwavering determination to provide for their loved ones amidst adversity. This snapshot from history offers us a glimpse into an era marked by scarcity and resilience. It reminds us of how far society has come since then while honoring the strength and perseverance exhibited by individuals like this tenacious mother. As we reflect upon this powerful image, let it serve as a testament to the indomitable spirit that prevailed during those challenging times – reminding us all to appreciate our present circumstances and never take for granted the comforts we enjoy today.
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