Mouse Mat : Dustman and Cart
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Dustman and Cart
Dustman and Cart at the Roadside Date: 1930s
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Media ID 14118622
© Mary Evans Picture Library/Margaret Monck
Broom Brush Disposal Dustman Dustmen Refuse Rubbish Sweeper Waste
Mouse Pad
Bring some life into your office, or create a heartfelt gift, with a personalised deluxe Mouse Mat. Made of high-density black foam with a tough, stain-resistant inter-woven cloth cover they will brighten up any home or corporate office.
Archive quality photographic print in a durable wipe clean mouse mat with non slip backing. Works with all computer mice
Estimated Product Size is 24.2cm x 19.7cm (9.5" x 7.8")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: "A Day's Work: Dustman and Cart at the Roadside, 1930s" This evocative black-and-white photograph captures the daily routine of a dustman, or roadsweeper, as he goes about his work at the side of a quiet, tree-lined road in the 1930s. The dustman, dressed in a heavy coat and wearing a flat cap, pushes a traditional wooden cart adorned with a large brush and broom. The cart is filled to the brim with refuse and rubbish, collected from the streets and pavements of a bustling community. The scene is a snapshot of a bygone era, where the manual labor of maintaining cleanliness was a daily necessity. The dustman's unwavering dedication to his task is evident as he meticulously brushes the roadside, ensuring every pebble and piece of debris is removed. The simplicity of the moment, with the sun casting long shadows and the quiet hum of the surroundings, transports us back in time. The photograph offers a unique glimpse into the history of waste disposal and the role of the dustman in keeping communities clean and hygienic. It also highlights the importance of manual labor and the resilience of individuals who carried out essential tasks, often overlooked but vital to the functioning of society. This photograph is an invaluable historical document, providing a tangible connection to the past and offering insights into the daily lives of people during the 1930s. It serves as a reminder of the importance of appreciation for the unheralded heroes of our past and the value of the simple, yet essential, tasks they performed.
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