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Photographic Print : Great-grandmama sees the Baker call for orders,s Spurrier
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Great-grandmama sees the Baker call for orders,s Spurrier
Great-grandmama sees the Baker call for orders, illustration by Steven Spurrier, artist (1878-1961). Showing woman and girl in street scene, with baker speaking with housekeeper from below stairs. From a page captioned, When Rationing was not even dreamt of'. Date: 1939
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Media ID 32251256
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Baker Effort Grandmama Housekeeper Orders Rationing Shopping Below Stairs
10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Step back in time with our exquisite photographic print from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring the charming illustration "Great-grandmama sees the Baker call for orders" by renowned artist Steven Spurrier. This captivating image, published by ILN - Consolidated Archive Holdings Ltd and available through Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases a heartwarming street scene of a woman and young girl interacting with a baker from below stairs. Add this timeless work of art to your home décor and bring a touch of history into your living space.
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Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 19cm (10" x 7.5")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
When Rationing was not even dreamt of": A Charming Scene from the 1930s - Great-grandmama and Her Young Companion Receive the Baker's Daily Orders This enchanting illustration by the talented Steven Spurrier, created in 1939, captures a moment in time when life was simpler, and the concept of rationing was still a distant thought. The scene unfolds on a bustling Victorian street, where the aroma of freshly baked bread wafts through the air, drawing the attention of passersby. At the heart of the scene, a woman in a fashionable hat and coat, adorned with a fur collar, stands with her young granddaughter. They eagerly listen to the baker's orders, called out from below the shop's counter. A housekeeper, dressed in the traditional livery of the time, stands nearby, ready to jot down the essentials for her household's daily bread consumption. The illustration is a beautiful reminder of a bygone era, where the simple act of shopping for groceries was an event in itself. The warmth of the bakery, the friendly exchange between the baker and the housekeeper, and the anticipation on the faces of the woman and her granddaughter all contribute to the nostalgic charm of this scene. As the shadows grow longer and the sun begins to set, the day's errands are nearly complete. The family will soon gather around the dinner table, sharing a meal made with the freshest ingredients, purchased from local shops like this one. This moment, frozen in time, is a testament to the resilience and resourcefulness of generations past, who navigated the challenges of daily life without the convenience of modern technology or the burden of wartime rationing. The intricate details of the illustration, from the textured fabric of the woman's coat to the delicate folds of her granddaughter's dress, transport us back to a time when life moved at a slower pace, and the simple pleasures of life were cherished.
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