Photographic Print : Midinettes Strike, Paris
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Midinettes Strike, Paris
The midinettes who work for the Paris couturiers go on strike for better pay, singing the International in the streets, to the applause of sympathetic passers-by Date: September 1910
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Media ID 14289705
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Applause Couturiers Passers Singing Strike Sympathetic
10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Experience the rich history of fashion and labor rights with our exclusive "Midinettes Strike, Paris" photographic print from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the moment during the September 1910 Paris strike when midinettes, or seamstresses, demanded better wages. Singing the International anthem in the streets, they received applause and support from sympathetic onlookers. Add this powerful piece of social history to your home or office décor and spark intriguing conversations. Our high-quality photographic prints are sure to impress and inspire.
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Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Midinettes Strike, Paris (September 1910): A Moment of Solidarity and Change in the World of Haute Couture This evocative photograph captures a pivotal moment in the history of Parisian haute couture, as midinettes, or seamstresses, who worked tirelessly behind the scenes for the city's renowned couture houses, went on strike in September 1910. The midinettes, dressed in their simple yet practical uniforms, are seen here gathered in the streets, their faces determined and resolute as they sing the International, the anthem of the labor movement. The cause of their protest was simple yet significant: they sought better pay and working conditions. Their labor was the foundation upon which the elaborate and extravagant creations of Parisian fashion were built, yet they were often paid meager wages and worked long hours in cramped and poorly lit workshops. The midinettes' strike was not only a bold assertion of their rights as workers, but also a powerful statement of solidarity. Their actions resonated with the broader labor movement, as well as with sympathetic passers-by, who are seen here applauding and offering their support. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the human stories that lie behind the glamour and allure of the fashion world. It also underscores the importance of labor rights and the power of collective action in bringing about change.
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