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Poster Print : Evacuees growing cabbages, 1940, (1943). Creator: Leila Faithfull
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Evacuees growing cabbages, 1940, (1943). Creator: Leila Faithfull
Evacuees growing cabbages, 1940, (1943). Evacuated British children growing vegetables during the Second World War. Painting in the Imperial War Museum, London. From " Womens Institutes, by Cicely McCall. [Collins, London, 1943]
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Britain In Pictures Cabbage Cabbages Cicely Cicely Mccall Collins Evacuation Evacuee Faithful Gardening Growing Perambulator Pram Reynolds Social History Vegetable Vegetable Garden Vegetables William Collins William Collins And Sons William Collins Sons Evacuees Faithfull Leila Mccall
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our captivating Media Storehouse Poster Print of Evacuees Growing Cabbages, 1940 (1943). This evocative painting by Leila Faithfull, housed in the Imperial War Museum, London, transports us to a pivotal moment in history. Witness the resilience and determination of evacuated British children as they tend to their cabbage garden during the Second World War. A poignant reminder of the spirit and resourcefulness that emerged amidst adversity. Add this inspiring piece to your collection and let the story unfold.
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Estimated Product Size is 30.3cm x 21.6cm (11.9" x 8.5")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This photo print, titled "Evacuees growing cabbages, 1940" captures a poignant moment during the Second World War. The image showcases a group of British children who were evacuated from their homes and find solace in tending to a vegetable garden. Painted by Leila Faithfull and displayed at the Imperial War Museum in London, this artwork offers a glimpse into the resilience and resourcefulness of these young evacuees. Against the backdrop of war-torn England, these children embrace their newfound responsibility as they nurture rows of vibrant cabbages. Their small hands delicately tend to each plant, symbolizing hope amidst chaos. This painting serves as a testament to the indomitable spirit that prevailed during those challenging times. The artist's use of color brings vibrancy to this scene, highlighting not only the lush green foliage but also the innocence and purity embodied by these young souls. The presence of an old-fashioned pram nearby reminds us that childhood was abruptly interrupted for these evacuees. Leila Faithfull's work is part of Cicely McCall's book "Women's Institutes" which chronicles various aspects of social history during wartime Britain. Through this painting, we are transported back in time to witness an extraordinary chapter in our collective past. As we admire this remarkable piece, let us remember how ordinary individuals faced adversity with courage and determination – transforming barren landscapes into thriving gardens while nurturing dreams for a brighter future.
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