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Hard Road. 25th July 1953: An old mand trudges up a road, sack on his back
25th July 1953: An old mand trudges up a road, sack on his back. One of a band of nomads whose homes are in the hedgerows and who live off the land seeking work as they find it. Pea picking in Essex only 33 miles from London is one of their annual sources of income. Original Publication: Picture Post - 6599 - We Find The Legion Of Lost Men - pub. 1953 (Photo by John Chillingworth/Picture Post/Getty Images)
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John Chillingworth
Media ID 11818010
1950 1959 British Culture England Black Portrait Male Back Poverty Rear Rear View Sack Single Social Issues Walking Lifestyles Trudges
16"x24" (61x41cm) Metal Print
Experience the timeless beauty of John Chillingworth's 'Hard Road' Metal Print from Media Storehouse's Fine Art Storehouse collection. This captivating image transports you to a bygone era, as an old man with a weary expression and a heavy sack trudges up a dusty road. Part of a community of nomads, his home is the open road and the land, living off its bounty as he goes. The Metal Print's vibrant colors and stunning detail are brought to life through our premium metal printing process, ensuring a museum-quality finish that adds depth and texture to your walls. Elevate your home decor with this evocative piece of art that tells a story and inspires reflection.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
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Estimated Product Size is 41.2cm x 61.5cm (16.2" x 24.2")
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.
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Hard Road - A Glimpse into the Lives of Nomadic Men
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. In this poignant black and white portrait captured by John Chillingworth, we are transported back to a significant moment in history - 25th July 1953. The image portrays an elderly man trudging up a road with a sack on his back, embodying the resilience and determination of a band of nomads whose homes lie within the hedgerows. These individuals live off the land, seeking work wherever they can find it. The photograph sheds light on one particular source of income for these nomads - pea picking in Essex, just 33 miles from bustling London. It serves as an annual opportunity for them to earn their livelihoods. As we observe this lone figure making his way along the hard road, we cannot help but feel empathy towards him and his fellow gypsies who face numerous challenges in their daily lives. Chillingworth's composition captures not only the physical struggle etched onto the old man's face but also hints at deeper social issues such as poverty and rural struggles that were prevalent during that era. This archival print transports us to post-war Britain, providing insight into British culture and lifestyles at that time. As we reflect upon this powerful image, let us remember those forgotten souls who lived on society's fringes; men like him who walked countless miles carrying their burdens while searching for sustenance amidst adversity.
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