Fine Art Print : Growing vegetables for victory, WW1
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Growing vegetables for victory, WW1
A page from The Graphic demonstrating the wide variety of ways the British population was growing vegetables during the First World War. Top two photographs show flower beds in Finsbury Park given over to vegetable plots, the middle image shows a potato plot in front of Buckingham Palace and the bottom three show London County Council employee growing vegetables and tomatoes in a greenhouse in a London park. Date: 1917
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Media ID 14155645
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Allotment Allotments Beds Buckingham Finsbury Greenhouse Growing Plots Shortage Shortages Vegetable Vegetables
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring "Growing vegetables for victory, WW1" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image is taken from a page of The Graphic, showcasing the resilient spirit of the British population during World War I. Witness the diverse methods and determination with which they grew vegetables to support the war effort. Add this inspiring piece to your collection and bring a piece of history into your home or office.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 53.3cm (14" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photographic page from The Graphic magazine, dated 1917, offers a compelling glimpse into the British population's resilient spirit during the First World War as they embraced the "Growing Vegetables for Victory" campaign. The images illustrate the diverse ways in which people adapted to the food shortages and rationing brought about by the ongoing conflict. The top two photographs showcase the transformation of flower beds in Finsbury Park into thriving vegetable plots. The vibrant greens of the vegetables contrast sharply with the usual floral displays, demonstrating the community's commitment to food production. The middle image captures the unexpected sight of a potato plot in front of Buckingham Palace, emphasizing the widespread involvement in the war effort. The bottom three photographs reveal London County Council employees diligently tending to their vegetable and tomato crops in a greenhouse within a London park. The meticulous care and attention given to these plots underscore the importance of self-sufficiency and the collective effort to mitigate the food shortages. These evocative images serve as a poignant reminder of a time when the British people came together to support their country in the face of adversity, using their ingenuity and determination to grow their own vegetables and contribute to the war effort.
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