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The Old Labourers Last Job, picture and poem




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The Old Labourers Last Job, picture and poem

An old man sits breaking stones while a workhouse looms behind. In the accompanying verse he bemoans his poverty, particularly at the hands of the Tories who have taxed our clothes and bread, and everything we had. He prays to be taken from Tory Egypt into the Promised Land. This 1909 card apparently reproduces an earlier poster of unknown date

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Breaking Elderly L Aw Poem Poor Poverty Propaganda Protest Stones Taxation Tories Verse Workhouse Workhouses Stonebreaker


14"x11" Photo Print

Introducing the evocative and thought-provoking "The Old Labourer's Last Job" print from Media Storehouse, in collaboration with Mary Evans Prints Online. This powerful photograph captures the poignant image of an old man, wearily sitting to break stones, with the imposing presence of a workhouse looming behind. The haunting verse that accompanies this timeless image speaks of poverty and hardship, lamenting the heavy hand of the Tories who have taxed the basic necessities of life - clothes and bread. This beautiful print is not just a work of art, but a poignant reminder of the past and the enduring human spirit. Bring a piece of history and poetry into your home or office, and let the story of "The Old Labourer's Last Job" inspire and move you.

Photo prints are produced on Kodak professional photo paper resulting in timeless and breath-taking prints which are also ideal for framing. The colors produced are rich and vivid, with accurate blacks and pristine whites, resulting in prints that are truly timeless and magnificent. Whether you're looking to display your prints in your home, office, or gallery, our range of photographic prints are sure to impress. Dimensions refers to the size of the paper in inches.

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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24cm x 35.5cm (9.4" x 14")

Estimated Product Size is 27.9cm x 35.5cm (11" x 14")

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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The Old Labourer's Last Job

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is a poignant and thought-provoking image that captures the harsh realities of poverty and political hardship experienced by the working class during the early 20th century. The photograph depicts an elderly man, dressed in tattered clothes, sitting on a rock and breaking stones with a hammer. Behind him, a looming workhouse serves as a stark reminder of the meager existence he faces. The accompanying verse adds depth to the image, with the labourer expressing his despair and frustration at the heavy taxation imposed by the Tories, which has left him impoverished and struggling to make ends meet. He longs for relief from his suffering, praying to be taken from the "Tory Egypt" of poverty and oppression to the "Promised Land" of prosperity and security. This powerful image and poem were first published as a poster of unknown date, but were later reproduced as a photographic print in 1909. The use of propaganda through art and literature was a common tactic during this time, as political tensions ran high and the working class sought to make their voices heard. The image of the old labourer, breaking stones in the shadow of a workhouse, serves as a poignant reminder of the struggles faced by the working class during this period. It also highlights the political and social issues that were prevalent at the time, and the desire for change and improvement in living conditions and economic circumstances. Overall, "The Old Labourer's Last Job" is a powerful and evocative image that continues to resonate with viewers today, as it sheds light on the struggles and hardships faced by the working class during a time of political and economic upheaval. The verse adds depth to the image, providing a voice for the voiceless and a call to action for those seeking to bring about change and improve the lives of the working class.

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