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Colour In The Home (colour litho)
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Colour In The Home (colour litho)
5998653 Colour In The Home (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cover illustration for booklet entitled Colour In The Home, published by Colthurst and Hardingc 1950.); © Look and Learn
Media ID 23283308
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1950s Choice Dungarees Fifties Housewife Keeper Kitchen Suburbia Walls
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This print titled "Colour In The Home" takes us back to 1950s England, where a woman in dungarees is seen diligently painting the walls of her kitchen. This image captures the essence of suburban life and the role of housewives as keepers of their homes during that era. The vibrant colors chosen for this lithograph reflect the emerging trend of do-it-yourself (DIY) interior decoration, which was gaining popularity at the time. The booklet entitled "Colour In The Home" published by Colthurst and Hardingc in 1950, likely aimed to guide homeowners on selecting and applying paint colors effectively. The photograph not only provides insight into British domestic culture but also highlights how German influence extended beyond borders. As Germany rebuilt itself after World War II, its cultural impact reached Northern Europe, including Great Britain. This image stands as a testament to the intermingling of Germanic aesthetics with British sensibilities. Intriguingly, this print offers a glimpse into history while simultaneously showcasing timeless themes such as personal expression through home decor. It serves as a reminder that even mundane tasks like painting walls can be transformed into acts of creativity and self-expression. Bridgeman Images has expertly captured this historical moment in European interior design, allowing viewers to appreciate both its artistic value and its significance within social contexts.
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