Workman standing in a yard
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Workman standing in a yard
A workman in waistcoat and trousers, standing in a yard with a sack on a trolley behind him. Two other men look out from a doorway
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Media ID 14119857
© Mary Evans Picture Library/John Maclellan
Belt Conditions Doorway Flat Legs Sack String Tied Trolley Trouser Trousers Waistcoat Workman Yard
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the essence of hard labor and determination in the late 19th or early 20th century. The workman, dressed in a worn waistcoat and trousers, stands confidently in the yard, his cap askew and a belt cinched tightly around his waist. A sack, secured with a string, rests on a trolley behind him, suggesting a heavy load has been carried to this location. Two other men, clad in similar workwear, peer out from the doorway of a nearby flat, perhaps offering encouragement or a brief respite from their own tasks. The rough texture of the yard's surface and the worn, faded appearance of the men's clothing underscore the physical demands of manual labor during this era. The workman's legs are spread apart, his stance firm and steady, as if to convey the strength and endurance required for a day's worth of toil. This historical image offers a glimpse into the past, when labor was a communal effort and the simple act of putting food on the table required immense effort and grit. The photograph's composition, with the workman as the central figure and the men in the doorway providing a sense of context, invites viewers to reflect on the conditions and challenges faced by working people during this time. Despite the hardships, the workman's unwavering resolve and the solidarity of his fellow laborers serve as a testament to the human spirit and the resilience of the working class.
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