Fine Art Print : Planned housing fights disease
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Planned housing fights disease
Planned housing fights disease. Poster promoting planned housing as a method to deter disease in cities, showing microorganisms. Date between 1936 and 1938
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Administration Disease Fights Planned Progress
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Transform your space with the captivating and thought-provoking art of the Planned Housing Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring an iconic image from the Mary Evans Prints Online archive. This striking poster, dating between 1936 and 1938, showcases the innovative approach to urban planning during that era, highlighting the belief that well-designed housing could prevent the spread of disease. Add this unique piece to your collection and ignite conversations about the power of design and its impact on our daily lives.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 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 40.6cm x 50.3cm (16" x 19.8")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
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.
Planned Housing Fights Disease
EDITORS COMMENTS
- A Powerful Poster from the Past Promoting Public Health and Urban Progress (1936-1938) This evocative poster, created between 1936 and 1938, showcases the powerful connection between planned housing and the prevention of disease. The image presents a stark contrast between the chaotic, disease-ridden slums and the orderly, hygienic environment of planned housing developments. At the heart of the poster, microorganisms swarm in the dark, cramped tenement building, symbolizing the health hazards associated with overcrowded, unsanitary living conditions. In stark contrast, the planned housing development is depicted as a beacon of progress and modernity. Clean, well-lit, and spacious, it offers residents a healthier and more comfortable living environment. The poster's caption, "Planned Housing Fights Disease," emphasizes the role of planned housing in promoting public health and reducing the spread of diseases. This message was particularly relevant during the early to mid-20th century when urban populations were rapidly expanding, and the need for improved living conditions was increasingly recognized. The poster was likely produced as part of a larger campaign or educational initiative by the Works Progress Administration (WPA), a New Deal agency that provided employment opportunities during the Great Depression. The WPA's posters, like this one, played a crucial role in disseminating important information and promoting social progress. This powerful poster is a testament to the enduring importance of housing as a fundamental aspect of public health and well-being. Its striking imagery and clear message continue to resonate with us today, reminding us of the progress made in urban planning and public health over the past century, and the ongoing need to ensure that everyone has access to safe, affordable, and healthy housing.
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