Poster Print : Fumigating a Room
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Fumigating a Room
This young woman covers her mouth to protect herself from breathing in harmful bacteria as she seals a doorway and keyhole of a room in her house for fumigation from disease. Date: early 1930s
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Media ID 14296907
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Bacteria Breathing Covering Covers Disease Disinfecting Doorway Handle Household Keyhole Miscellaneous Mouth Protect Seals Fumigating Fumigation Harmful
18x24 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our vintage Fumigating a Room poster print from the Media Storehouse collection. This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you to the early 1930s as a young woman takes precautions to protect herself from harmful bacteria during a room fumigation process. This poster is not just a captivating piece of history, but also a testament to the resilience and resourcefulness of the past. Add a touch of nostalgia and character to your home or office with this unique and authentic poster print.
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
1. Title: "Protecting Home and Health: A Young Woman Prepares for a Room Fumigation in the Early 1930s" In this evocative image from the early 1930s, a determined young woman dons a protective mask to shield herself from harmful bacteria as she prepares her home for fumigation against disease. Sealing the doorway and keyhole with a thick cloth, she ensures that no contaminated air escapes or enters the room. The handle of the door is carefully covered with the same protective material. Fumigation was a common practice during this era, particularly in urban areas where diseases like tuberculosis and typhus were prevalent. The process involved introducing toxic gases, such as sulfur dioxide or hydrocyanic acid, into the room to kill bacteria and other microorganisms. The use of protective measures, such as masks and sealing doors and keyholes, was essential to minimize exposure to these harmful chemicals for both the occupants and those carrying out the fumigation. The historical photograph captures the essence of the time, with the young woman's resolute expression and the meticulous attention to detail in her protective measures. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the lengths people went to in the past to safeguard their health and maintain a clean and safe living environment. This photograph, with its rich historical context and compelling narrative, offers a fascinating glimpse into the past and the daily life of people during the early 1930s. It is an invaluable addition to any collection focused on household practices, public health, or social history.
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