Poster Print : Match Makers
Poster Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
Match Makers
The Match Makers of the East End. The match-making industry employed mainly female workers and came to prominence in 1888 during the match-making strike when, led by Annie Besant, the workers at the Bryant & May match factory in Bow went on strike in protest over long working hours and dangerous conditions
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Media ID 4355522
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10215695
1871 1888 Annie Besant Bryant Conditions Dangerous Employed Hours Makers Match Protest Strike Prominence
18x24 inch Poster Print
"Introducing the captivating 'Match Makers' poster print from our Media Storehouse collection, brought to you in collaboration with Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative image transports us back in time to the heart of the East End in 1888, where the match-making industry thrived. The female workers, central to this trade, are depicted in a powerful and poignant moment during the match-making strike, led by Annie Besant. Add this beautifully intriguing piece to your home or office space to ignite conversations and inspire a deeper understanding of history. Each print is meticulously produced using premium quality materials, ensuring vibrant colors and long-lasting durability. Order yours today and bring a piece of the past into your present."
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 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
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
This powerful print captures a pivotal moment in history - the Match Makers of the East End going on strike in 1888. Led by the fearless Annie Besant, female workers at the Bryant & May match factory in Bow protested against long working hours and dangerous conditions. This historical event brought prominence to the match-making industry and shed light on the import role that these women played.
The image showcases a group of determined women standing together, united in their fight for better working conditions. Their resilience and courage are palpable as they demand change and refuse to back down until their voices are heard.
Through this photograph, we are transported back to a time when activism and solidarity were essential tools for progress. The legacy of these brave women lives on, reminding us of the power of collective action and the importance of fighting for justice.
This striking image is not just a snapshot from the past - it is a testament to strength, resilience, and hope for a better future. It serves as a reminder that change is possible when individuals come together with a common goal.
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