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Framed Print : Decorating an office building, London
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Decorating an office building, London
A team of decorators painting the outside of an office building in Central London, working from ladders with no protective head gear. Date: circa 1950s
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© A The John Turner Photographic Collection / Mary Evans AA The John Turner Photographic Collection / Mary Evans
Climb Climbing Decorating Decorator Decorators Gear Hebe Ladder Ladders Office Overalls Protective Whitewash Windows
13.5"x11.5" (34x29cm) Premium Frame
Bring a piece of London's rich history into your office space with our Framed Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring the captivating image "Decorating an office building, London" by Mary Evans Picture Library. This vintage photograph, taken circa 1950s, showcases a team of decorators at work on the exterior of an office building in Central London. The black-and-white composition transports you back in time, offering a unique and intriguing glimpse into the past. Each print is meticulously framed to enhance its visual appeal and add a touch of timeless charm to any office environment. Elevate your workspace with this stunning, authentic piece of art.
Framed and mounted 9x7 print. Professionally handmade full timber moulded frames are finished off with framers tape and come with a hanging solution on the back. Outer dimensions are 13.5x11.5 inches (34x29cm). Quality timber frame frame moulding (20mm wide and 30mm deep) with frame colours in your choice of black, white, or raw oak and a choice of black or white card mounts. Frames have a perspex front providing a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish which is easily cleaned with a damp cloth.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 21.4cm x 21.4cm (8.4" x 8.4")
Estimated Product Size is 29.2cm x 34cm (11.5" x 13.4")
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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In this evocative photograph, a team of decorators is hard at work painting the outside of an office building in the heart of Central London during the 1950s. The scene is set against the backdrop of a bustling city street, with passersby and traffic moving about in the background. The decorators, dressed in white overalls, are perched on ladders, brushes in hand, applying a fresh coat of whitewash to the building's facade. Despite the hazards of their work, none of the decorators are wearing protective headgear. This was likely a common practice during the 1950s, before the widespread adoption of safety regulations. The team seems focused and determined, with a sense of camaraderie as they work together to transform the building's appearance. The pavement below is littered with paint cans, brushes, and other tools of the trade. A woman in a smart suit and heels, identified as Hebe, watches the scene with a curious expression. She appears to be taking in the sights and sounds of the bustling city, perhaps on a break from her own office duties. The scene is a snapshot of life in Central London during the 1950s, capturing the grit and determination of the decorators at work and the vibrancy of the city around them. This photograph is a testament to the importance of maintaining the appearance of buildings, even in the midst of the hustle and bustle of urban life.
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