Framed Print : In the Wash-House
Framed Photos from Mary Evans Picture Library
In the Wash-House
In the wash-house Date: 1906
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 5087141
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10033709
Laundry Maid Maids Servants Wash Washin G
22"x18" Modern Frame
Step back in time with our exquisite Framed Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring the captivating image "In the Wash-House" by Mary Evans Prints Online (Date: 1906). This charming print transports you to a bygone era with its depiction of a woman diligently washing clothes in a traditional wash-house. The intricate details and rich colors bring this historical moment to life, making it a stunning addition to any home or office. Our high-quality frames complement the beauty of the print, ensuring that this piece becomes a conversation starter and a source of inspiration. Bring history into your living space with this timeless piece from Media Storehouse.
20x16 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 45.7cm x 50.8cm (18" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 55.9cm (18" x 22")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
In the Wash-House,
EDITORS COMMENTS
a captivating photograph from the year 1906, offers a glimpse into the daily life of a laundry in the early 20th century. The image, captured by an unidentified photographer, presents a scene of women at work in a modest, dimly lit wash-house. The room is filled with the sights, sounds, and smells of laundry in various stages of cleaning. At the center of the photograph, a woman stands at a large, wooden tub, her back to the camera. She is intently focused on wringing out a heavy, wet garment, her hands calloused from the repetitive task. Nearby, another woman sits at a long table, meticulously mending torn fabric with a needle and thread. A third woman, her arms deep in a tub filled with soapy water, scrubs delicate items with a brush. The women in the photograph are dressed in simple, practical clothing, their faces expressing a range of emotions from concentration to exhaustion. The room itself is sparsely furnished, with a few wooden shelves holding stacks of laundry and a large, open fireplace in the corner, used to heat the water for washing. This photograph provides a poignant reminder of the labor-intensive nature of laundry before the advent of modern appliances. It also highlights the important role of laundrymaids and servants in maintaining the cleanliness of households during this period. The women in the photograph worked long hours, often in difficult conditions, to ensure their employers' clothes were clean and pressed. Overall, "In the Wash-House" is a fascinating window into the past, offering a glimpse into the daily lives of women who performed this essential yet often overlooked task. The photograph is a poignant reminder of the hard work and dedication required to keep households running smoothly in a time before modern conveniences.
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