Poster Print : Family wash is heavy in this tenement section of the French
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Family wash is heavy in this tenement section of the French
Family wash is heavy in this tenement section of the French quarter, Manchester, New Hampshire. Date 1936 Oct
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Hampshire Heavy Manchester Quarter Section Tenement Wash
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Introducing the captivating "Family Wash" poster print from Media Storehouse, brought to you in collaboration with Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative image, captured in 1936, transports us to the tenement section of Manchester, New Hampshire's French quarter. Witness the daily life of the community as women and children gather to do their laundry, their faces reflecting a shared sense of determination and community. This timeless photograph offers a glimpse into the past, making it an excellent addition to any home or office space. Embrace the charm of history with Media Storehouse's "Family Wash" poster print.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20cm x 30.3cm (7.9" x 11.9")
Estimated Product Size is 21.6cm x 30.3cm (8.5" x 11.9")
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
In this evocative black-and-white photograph, a family's daily routine unfolds in the tenement district of Manchester, New Hampshire, during the autumn of 1936. The scene takes place in the French quarter, a historically working-class neighborhood known for its dense population and compact living quarters. The image captures the raw essence of everyday life for many American families during this era, as they navigated the challenges of making ends meet. At the heart of the photograph is a mother, her expression a mixture of determination and exhaustion, as she struggles to carry a heavy load of laundry from the communal washing area to her family's apartment. The laundry tub, filled with soapy water, sits just outside the tenement building, a testament to the lack of modern conveniences. The mother's young son, dressed in a simple sweater and trousers, accompanies her, reaching up to grab a piece of the laundry, likely to help lighten her burden. The scene is further enriched by the details that surround them. The worn, brick tenement building, with its peeling paint and rusted fire escapes, stands as a symbol of the economic struggles faced by the family. The clothesline, strung between two windows, is filled with clothes, drying in the crisp autumn air. The nearby street is bustling with activity, as other residents go about their daily tasks, creating a sense of community and shared hardship. This photograph offers a poignant glimpse into the lives of working-class families in America during the 1930s, a time of great economic upheaval and struggle. It serves as a reminder of the resilience and resourcefulness of ordinary people, who, despite their hardships, continued to care for their families and maintain a sense of community in the face of adversity.
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