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Fine Art Print : Waitresses wearing gas masks, WWII
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Waitresses wearing gas masks, WWII
Waitresses in a popular London restaurant going about their duties during the early weeks of the Second World War, with gas masks in a tin container worn like a bustle at the back of their waistband. Date: 1939
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Media ID 14395716
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Canisters Mask Masks Protection Restaurant Waitresses Nippies
20"x20" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our captivating Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring Waitresses in a London restaurant during the early days of World War II. Dressed in gas masks as a precaution against air raids, these resilient women continue their duties with unwavering determination. This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a unique glimpse into history and adds a thought-provoking touch to any space. Order your print today and bring a piece of the past into your home or office.
20x20 image printed on 26x26 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.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 50.8cm (20" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 66cm (26" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
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 evocative photograph captures a group of waitresses working diligently in a popular London restaurant during the early days of the Second World War. Dated 1939, the image shows the waitresses going about their duties with a sense of determination and resilience, despite the unusual addition of gas masks hanging from tin containers worn like bustles at the back of their waistbands. As the threat of air raids loomed over the city, restaurants and other public spaces implemented various measures to protect their staff and patrons from the potential hazards of gas attacks. The use of gas masks became a common sight on the British home front, with the government distributing millions of masks to civilians in preparation for possible chemical warfare. The waitresses in this photograph, often referred to as "nippies" or "Nippas," are seen here carrying their masks in the easily accessible canisters, ready to put them on at a moment's notice. Their expression suggests a sense of normalcy and routine, as they continue to serve their customers in the midst of the chaos and uncertainty of wartime. This powerful image offers a glimpse into the daily life of Londoners during the early weeks of the Second World War, and the innovative ways in which they adapted to the challenges of the time. It serves as a reminder of the resilience and resourcefulness of the British people, and the importance of staying calm and carrying on in the face of adversity.
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