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Coronation. The dustman makes progress
Outside the Queens entrance to the abbey, the west door, the dustman makes his way towards the main door.
1953
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Media ID 7192327
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1953 Clean Cleaner Cleaning Coronation Dustman Dustmen Gallacher Terence Terry Elizabeth
16"x24" (61x41cm) Metal Print
Step back in time with our captivating Coronation Metal Print from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring the iconic image "The Dustman Makes Progress" by Mary Evans / Terence Gallacher. This historic moment, captured in 1953 outside the Queen's entrance to Westminster Abbey, showcases the dustman's determined journey towards the main door during the grand coronation ceremony. Add a touch of British history to your home or office with this beautifully crafted metal print, designed to bring vibrant colors and stunning details to your space. Each print is meticulously printed on high-quality metal sheets, ensuring a long-lasting and eye-catching display. Experience the past in a whole new way with Media Storehouse's Coronation Metal Print.
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.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Product Size is 61.5cm x 41.2cm (24.2" x 16.2")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative black-and-white photograph from the Terence Gallacher Collection, taken on the historic day of Queen Elizabeth II's coronation in 1953, a dustman named Terry makes his way towards the grand entrance of Westminster Abbey. The scene outside the Queen's entrance, with its ornate doors and intricate carvings, stands in stark contrast to the humble figure of Terry, dressed in his uniform of a dusty brown jumper and trousers, carrying his broom and dustpan. The year was 1953, and Britain was basking in the excitement of the coronation of its new monarch. The streets of London were filled with people from all walks of life, eager to witness the grand procession and be a part of history. Amidst the pomp and pageantry, Terry, a dustman from the local council, continued with his daily duties, ensuring that the area around the Abbey remained clean and presentable for the thousands of visitors. Despite the grandeur of the occasion, Terry's unwavering commitment to his job is a testament to the resilience and dedication of the working class during this period. The photograph captures a moment of quiet determination, as Terry makes his way towards the main door of the Abbey, undeterred by the grandeur and history that surrounds him. This image, taken during the second day of the coronation celebrations, is a poignant reminder of the everyday heroes who keep the world running, even during the most extraordinary of events. The dustman's progress towards the Queen's entrance to the Abbey is a symbol of the enduring spirit of Britain and the importance of maintaining order and cleanliness, even in the face of great change.
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