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Recruiting the Sandwich Men (engraving)
605489 Recruiting the Sandwich Men (engraving) by Renouard, Charles Paul (1845-1924); Private Collection; (add.info.: Recruiting the Sandwich Men: accepted. Published in The Graphic, 1894.); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection; French, out of copyright
Media ID 23237618
© Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection / Bridgeman Images
Employment Recruit Recruiting Recruitment Sandwich Boards Sandwich Men
14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 40.6cm (14" x 16")
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.
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Recruiting the Sandwich Men - A Glimpse into the World of Employment Advertising
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this engraving by Charles Paul Renouard, titled "Recruiting the Sandwich Men" we are transported back to 1894, a time when unconventional methods were employed to attract potential employees. The image showcases a bustling street corner where men adorned with sandwich boards stand in anticipation, their bodies transformed into walking billboards. Renouard's meticulous attention to detail allows us to observe the diverse group of men gathered here. Each one exudes an air of determination and hope as they await their chance at employment. Their expressions range from eager anticipation to quiet resignation, reflecting the harsh reality faced by those seeking work during this era. The use of sandwich boards as advertising tools was a common practice at the time, providing businesses with an innovative way to promote their products or services while simultaneously offering job opportunities for those struggling financially. This print serves as a poignant reminder of how individuals would go to great lengths in order to secure employment and provide for themselves and their families. As we gaze upon this historical snapshot frozen in time, it is impossible not to reflect on our own modern-day recruitment methods. Though times have changed significantly since Renouard's era, his artwork reminds us that finding meaningful employment has always been essential for individuals striving towards better lives.
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