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Lancashire Mill Town; Cotton mill worker Alice Nelson sets out for work at the Lilac Mill in Shaw
Cotton mill worker Alice Nelson sets out for work at the Lilac Mill in Shaw, Lancashire, January 1955. Original publication: Picture Post - 7474 - Cottons Amazing Recovery - pub. 15th January 1955 (Photo by Bert Hardy/Picture Post/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
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Bert Hardy
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1950 1959 British British Culture Child Cobblestone Daughter Females Girls Holding Hands Human Interest Lancashire Manufacturing Occupation Mother Occupation Rear View Smoke Stack Stack Two People Walking White, Diry Cobbled Street Factory Worker Shaw
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Step into the past with our captivating jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse, featuring the iconic image "Cotton mill worker Alice Nelson sets out for work at the Lilac Mill in Shaw" by Bert Hardy from Fine Art Storehouse. This intricately detailed puzzle transports you back to 1950s Lancashire, where Alice prepares for her day at the cotton mill. With rich colors and stunning detail, this puzzle is sure to challenge and delight puzzle enthusiasts of all ages. Immerse yourself in this piece of history, and enjoy the satisfaction of bringing this captivating image to life, piece by piece.
500 piece puzzles are custom made in Australia and hand-finished on 100% recycled 1.6mm thick laminated puzzle boards. There is a level of repetition in jigsaw shapes with each matching piece away from its pair. The completed puzzle measures 40x51cm and is delivered packaged in an attractive presentation box specially designed to fit most mail slots with a unique magnetic lid
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Estimated Product Size is 50.7cm x 40.3cm (20" x 15.9")
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In this photograph taken in January 1955, we are transported back to the bustling streets of Shaw, a Lancashire mill town. The image captures the daily routine of Alice Nelson, a dedicated cotton mill worker, as she sets out for work at the renowned Lilac Mill. Walking hand in hand with her young daughter along a cobbled street, their figures fade into the distance. The gritty atmosphere is palpable as smoke billows from towering factory stacks nearby. This snapshot offers us a glimpse into the lives of hardworking individuals who played an integral role in Britain's manufacturing industry during this era. The composition exudes both strength and tenderness; Alice's determined stride contrasts with her gentle grasp on her daughter's hand. Their full-length silhouettes against the backdrop of terraced houses and cobblestone streets create a sense of authenticity and nostalgia. Bert Hardy masterfully captures not only their physical presence but also hints at their resilience and unwavering spirit amidst challenging working conditions. This archival piece serves as a testament to British culture and highlights the significance of Lancashire's industrial heritage. As we gaze upon this remarkable photograph, we cannot help but reflect on how these ordinary yet extraordinary women shaped history through their laborious efforts within the textile mills that once defined towns like Shaw.
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