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Social Scene / Wapping
Working class children playing in a cobbled street in Wapping, east London
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Media ID 4338913
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10065919
1933 Cobbled Cobbles Flat Scaffolding Slums Wapping Loitering
14"x11" Photo Print
Bring the vibrant and authentic spirit of historic Wapping, east London, into your home with our exquisite Media Storehouse Photographic Prints. Featuring the evocative image "Social Scene / Wapping" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, this print captures the charm of workings class children at play in a cobbled street, surrounded by the rich tapestry of this iconic and culturally rich area. Our high-quality prints are meticulously crafted to bring out the intricate details and true-to-life colors of this captivating scene. Add a touch of history and character to your living space with this stunning photographic print.
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 Product Size is 35.5cm x 27.9cm (14" x 11")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative photograph captures a social scene in the historic Wapping area of East London, England, in the year 1933. The cobblestones underfoot bear the weight of the heavy footsteps of working class children, their laughter and playful banter echoing through the narrow, labyrinthine streets. The children, dressed in simple clothes and caps, are seen loitering in the shadow of towering, old brick flats, their faces etched with the innocence and curiosity of childhood. In the background, scaffolding stands tall against the sky, a constant reminder of the ongoing construction and renovation work that was a common sight in the area during that century. The 20th century had brought about significant changes to the landscape of Britain, and Wapping was no exception. The old, crumbling buildings were being replaced with modern, more functional structures, leaving many families displaced and struggling to make ends meet. Despite the harsh realities of their daily lives, the children in this photograph seem to find joy in the simple pleasures of their surroundings. They engage in a game, their eyes focused on the task at hand, oblivious to the passing of time and the weight of history that surrounds them. This image offers a glimpse into the past, a window into a time when life was simpler, yet harsher, and when the spirit of community and resilience shone through even in the darkest of times. The photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the rich history and social fabric of East London, and the importance of preserving the stories and memories of the past for future generations. It is a testament to the enduring power of childhood, and the ability of even the most challenging circumstances to bring out the best in us.
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