Home > Humour > H.M. Bateman
His Waterloo by H M Bateman
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Mary Evans Picture Library
His Waterloo by H M Bateman
His Waterloo by H M Bateman, The Foreman of a crazy-pavement enterprise comes up against a frightful problem. A pavement tile with straight sides, a square of perfect proportions. The crazy paving maker throws up his arms in dismay, his hat flies up in the air and his pick clatters to the ground as the Foreman explains the new to him. Date: 1927
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 14381793
© Estate of H M Bateman/ILN/Mary Evans Picture Library
Crazy Dismay Enterprise Explains Flies Foreman Maker Paving Perfect Pick Problem Proportions Sides Straight Throws Tile Waterloo 1927 Frightful
EDITORS COMMENTS
His Waterloo: A Humorous Predicament in the World of Crazy Paving, 1927 In this whimsical and intriguing photograph by H.M. Bateman, titled "His Waterloo," we are transported to the chaotic and unpredictable world of a crazy paving enterprise. The scene unfolds as the foreman, with a furrowed brow and a look of disbelief, stands before a peculiar problem. A newly arrived tile, with the audacity to possess straight sides and perfect proportions, lies before him, defying the very nature of the crazy paving trade. The foreman, dressed in workman's attire, is in a state of shock. His arms are thrown up in despair, his hat flies up in the air, and his pick clatters to the ground in a scene of utter dismay. The other workers in the background look on in amusement, as the foreman struggles to come to terms with this new development. The year is 1927, and the world of crazy paving is in a state of flux. The traditional methods of creating irregular and unpredictable patterns are being challenged by the arrival of perfectly square and straight-edged tiles. The foreman, a man who has built his career on the chaos and unpredictability of crazy paving, is at a loss. This photograph captures a moment of frustration and humor in the world of construction. The foreman's predicament is a reminder that even in the most mundane of industries, there is always room for the unexpected. The tile, with its straight sides and perfect proportions, may be a source of frustration for the foreman, but it also represents a new challenge and an opportunity for innovation in the world of crazy paving.
MADE IN AUSTRALIA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
