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Old Workmen

A sketch which shows a procession of three workmen with tools being carried over their shoulders, the central figure is holding a broom. Date: circa 1923

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Media ID 32258636

© CLM Archive Collection / Mary Evans

Ainsworth Broom Carried Procession Shoulders Tools Wildman Workmen 1923 Shows Volume

21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print

Introducing the captivating Old Workmen print from the acclaimed March of the Women Collection, exclusively available through Media Storehouse's Fine Art Prints. This evocative sketch, dated circa 1923 from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts a procession of three workmen, each burdened with tools balanced precariously over their shoulders. The central figure, with a broom in hand, leads the way, exuding a sense of determination and resilience. This timeless image, with its rich historical context, makes for a striking addition to any home or office space. Order your Fine Art Print today and bring a piece of history into your world.

21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.

Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.

Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")

Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")

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.

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EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative sketch, titled "Old Workmen," captures the essence of labor and tradition in an era long past. Dated circa 1923, the image depicts a procession of three workmen making their way down a narrow, cobblestone street. Each man carries tools over his shoulders, their faces etched with the lines of age and experience. The central figure, dressed in tattered clothes and wearing a tattered hat, holds a broom aloft, as if leading the way. The scene is rendered in rich, earthy tones, with the men's worn clothing and the rough texture of the stones adding to the overall sense of authenticity. The image is taken from the April 18, 1923 volume of the magazine "William Ainsworth's Wildman," a publication known for its illustrations of rural and working-class life. The image is a poignant reminder of the physical labor that was once a necessary part of daily life. The workmen's tools, worn and well-used, speak to the countless hours they have spent toiling in the fields or on construction sites. Their determined expression and the sense of camaraderie they share as they make their way down the street suggest a deep connection to their work and to each other. The sketch also serves as a visual record of a bygone era, a time when life was more rural and less mechanized. It invites us to reflect on the changes that have taken place over the past century and to appreciate the value of hard work and tradition.

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