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Poster Print : Papa to shopwalker: Oh er -I wanta Noahs Ark. Date: 1914
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Papa to shopwalker: Oh er -I wanta Noahs Ark. Date: 1914
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Media ID 23424542
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Beginning Furs Homefront Noahs Papa Rich Shopkeeper
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our vintage Papa to Shopwalker poster print, featuring the charming interaction between a father and shopkeeper from a 1914 photograph. This timeless image, titled "Oh er - I wanta Noah's Ark. Date: 1914," is brought to you by Media Storehouse in partnership with Mary Evans Prints Online. Add a touch of history and whimsy to your home or office decor with this unique and captivating poster print.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 19.8cm x 30.3cm (7.8" 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.
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Papa's Longing for Noah's Ark: A Glimpse into the Homefront of the First World War, 1914 In this evocative photograph from 1914, a shopper, identified as 'Papa,' expresses his desire for a Noah's Ark to the shopkeeper or shopwalker. The image captures a poignant moment during the early days of the First World War, when the homefront was palpably affected by the ongoing conflict. The war had already been raging for several months, and the economic impact was beginning to be felt by families across the globe. The fur industry, in particular, was booming due to the demand for warm clothing for soldiers. The shopkeeper, wearing a formal suit and bowler hat, represents the commercial world, while Papa, wearing a simple hat and overcoat, embodies the working-class family struggling to make ends meet. The photograph offers a glimpse into the daily lives of people during this tumultuous time. The fur-trimmed coat that Papa is admiring, perhaps as a dream or a luxury he cannot afford, symbolizes the contrast between the comforts of home and the harsh realities of war. The image also highlights the power of desire and longing, as Papa's simple request for a Noah's Ark, a symbol of safety and protection, speaks to the deep-rooted human need for security and hope during uncertain times. This photograph, taken in 1914, serves as a poignant reminder of the impact of war on families and the enduring human desire for safety, comfort, and hope.
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