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The British Workman: Printer (colour litho)
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The British Workman: Printer (colour litho)
6000852 The British Workman: Printer (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Printer. One of a set of postcards on the subject of The British Workman. Early 20th century. Postcards are not signed, but, on the basis of style, could be by Tom Browne.); © Look and Learn
Media ID 22334678
© Look and Learn / Bridgeman Images
Forme Incompetent Lazy Printer Printing Stereotype Stereotypes The British Workman Type Types Accidents Comics Entertaining
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This colorful lithograph print titled "The British Workman: Printer" captures the humorous and entertaining side of early 20th-century work life. Part of a set of postcards depicting different professions, this particular image showcases the stereotype of a lazy and incompetent printer. The scene takes place in a bustling printing shop, where chaos seems to reign supreme. The printer at the center is depicted as disheveled and overwhelmed by his workload. With stacks of paper surrounding him and ink smudges on his face, he appears to be struggling to keep up with the demands of his job. Despite the comical nature of this portrayal, it also sheds light on some common stereotypes associated with printers during that era. The artist's style suggests that it could potentially be Tom Browne's work, although no signature is present. Through its vibrant colors and exaggerated expressions, this print offers viewers a glimpse into an era when accidents were bound to happen in busy printing shops. It serves as a reminder that even though technology has transformed the industry over time, certain occupational stereotypes have persisted throughout history. This artwork from Bridgeman Images invites us to reflect on how perceptions about different types of workers have evolved while reminding us not to take ourselves too seriously in our own professional lives.
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