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Fine Art Print : Woman bathing baby, Falls Road, Northern Ireland
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Woman bathing baby, Falls Road, Northern Ireland
A mother dries her baby after its bath, living in squalid conditions in a slum bedsit on the Falls Road, Belfast, Northern Ireland. Date: 1969
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Media ID 14347468
© Mary Evans Picture Library/DAVID LEWIS HODGSON
1969 Babies Bath Bathing Bedsit Belfast Conditions Drying Living Poor Slum Squalid Towel
9"x6" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the poignant beauty and historical significance of this Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse. Witness a tender moment between a mother and her baby in this evocative photograph taken in 1969 on Falls Road, Belfast, Northern Ireland. Captured by Mary Evans Prints Online, this Rights Managed image offers a poignant glimpse into the past, revealing the challenges and resilience of daily life during a pivotal time in history. Add this powerful piece to your collection and bring a touch of history and emotion into your home or office.
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 Product Size is 30.5cm x 38.1cm (12" x 15")
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 poignant photograph taken in 1969, a mother tenderly dries her baby after its bath in a cramped and dilapidated bedsit on Belfast's Falls Road. The image captures a moment of intimacy and love amidst the harsh realities of poverty and squalid living conditions that defined life for many families in Northern Ireland during the 1960s. The Falls Road, a predominantly nationalist area of Belfast, was notorious for its crowded tenements and substandard housing. This social scene from the 20th century depicts the daily struggle of working-class families to provide for their children in the face of inadequate housing and limited resources. The mother's worn-out towel and the peeling wallpaper in the background serve as stark reminders of the challenging circumstances that surrounded their lives. This photograph, taken in 1969, offers a glimpse into the lives of those who were often overlooked and marginalized during this tumultuous period in Northern Irish history. It is a poignant reminder of the resilience and determination of families to care for their children despite the overwhelming odds against them. The image also underscores the importance of addressing the root causes of poverty and inadequate housing, which continue to be pressing issues in many parts of the world. This photograph is an evocative reminder of the social and economic challenges faced by families in Northern Ireland during the 1960s and serves as a testament to the enduring strength of the human spirit. It is a powerful reminder of the importance of empathy, compassion, and understanding in the face of adversity.
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