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Child Smoking Cigarette
A little girl wearing a monacle, smoking a cigarette and holding a toy dog! Date: early 1930s
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Media ID 14094160
© Mary Evans Picture Library
Cigarette Cigarettes Drugs Monacle Tobacco
18x24 inch Poster Print
"Step back in time with our captivating Child Smoking Cigarette poster print from the Media Storehouse collection. This vintage image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, features a charming little girl in a monacle, defying the norms of her era as she puffs on a cigarette and cradles a toy dog. The early 1930s charm of this rights-managed photograph is sure to add an intriguing touch to any wall in your home or office. Bring history to life with this unique and thought-provoking piece."
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 46.3cm x 61.6cm (18.2" x 24.3")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the image of a young girl, perhaps around six or seven years old, wearing a monacle and nonchalantly puffing on a cigarette, accompanied by her cherished toy dog. The scene unfolds in the early 1930s, an era when societal norms and attitudes towards child rearing were vastly different from what they are today. The girl's expression suggests a sense of maturity and nonchalance beyond her years, as she mimics the adult behavior she has observed. The presence of the toy dog adds a layer of complexity to the image, as it may represent a source of comfort or a beloved companion, or it could be a prop used to add a sense of whimsy to the photograph. The use of tobacco products, such as cigarettes, was commonplace during this time period, and children were often exposed to smoking at a young age. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of a bygone era, when the health risks associated with smoking were not yet widely known, and children were seen as miniature adults in training. The image also raises questions about the impact of societal norms and cultural influences on child development and the potential long-term effects of early exposure to tobacco use. Despite the historical significance of this photograph, it is important to note that the promotion or glorification of smoking or drug use among children is not condoned or acceptable in today's society. This image serves as a reminder of the importance of education and awareness about the dangers of tobacco use and the role of responsible parenting in shaping the health and well-being of future generations.
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