Photographic Print : Ironmonger miffed at rain stalling watering can sales
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Ironmonger miffed at rain stalling watering can sales
Farmer - " This Rain ll do a power o good." Ironmonger - " Aye, but it ll spoil t sale o waterin cans." !!! Date: 1892
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Media ID 11575221
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
1892 Annoyed Cans Conversation Doorway Enjoying Farmer Growing Hands Hips Importance Important Ironmonger Ironmongers Phil Rain Rust Store Watering
10"x8" Photo Print
Introducing the captivating "Ironmonger miffed at rain stalling watering can sales" print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you in partnership with Mary Evans Prints Online. This charming turn-of-the-century image depicts a humorous interaction between a farmer and an ironmonger, both expressing their contrasting sentiments towards the rain. The farmer, with a hopeful glance towards the heavens, believes the rain will benefit his crops, while the ironmonger, holding a stack of watering cans, grumbles about the impact of the rain on his sales. This print is an excellent addition to any space, offering a delightful glimpse into the past and a touch of whimsy. With its rich history and intriguing narrative, this print is sure to spark conversation and inspire joy. Bring a piece of the past into your home or office today with the "Ironmonger miffed at rain stalling watering can sales" print from Media Storehouse.
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Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
1892: A Humorous Interlude between Farmer and Ironmonger Amidst the Unpredictable British Weather In this charming snapshot from the annals of history, captured in 1892, we find ourselves in the heart of a quaint English village, where the rhythm of rural life ebbs and flows with the changing seasons. Nestled amongst the cobblestone streets, the ironmonger's shop stands proudly, its wares displayed in the window, and its proprietor, Phil, a stout, middle-aged man with a bushy mustache and a furrowed brow, is seen in the doorway, his hands on his hips, his expression a mix of annoyance and resignation. Beside him, a farmer, clad in weathered work clothes and a broad-brimmed hat, pauses in his rounds, a contented smile playing on his lips as he gazes out at the rain-soaked landscape. "This rain'll do a power of good," he remarks, his voice carrying the reassuring cadence of one who knows the land and its cycles intimately. The ironmonger, however, is less sanguine about the situation. "Aye," he grumbles, "but it'll spoil the sale of watering cans." The farmer's smile widens, and he claps a hearty hand on the ironmonger's shoulder, "Don't you worry, Phil. The sun'll be out again soon enough, and we'll all be in need of your fine wares." This humorous exchange between farmer and ironmonger, played out against the backdrop of a rustic village scene, speaks to the importance of community and the rhythms of rural life. It is a reminder that even in the face of adversity, there is always room for humor and camaraderie. And as we marvel at this slice of history, we can't help but feel a pang of nostalgia for a time when life moved at a slower pace, and the simple pleasures of the countryside held sway over our daily lives.
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