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Culture for working classes
A philanthropic employer who paid his workforces expenses to an art exhibition hears how they visited the tea-gardens instead. Date: 19th century
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Media ID 20150875
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Classes Conditions Employer Hears Paid Philanthropic Visited Expenses
16"x20" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Step into the vibrant world of 19th century culture with Media Storehouse's Metal Prints from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image portrays a scene of working classes enjoying their hard-earned leisure time at tea-gardens. The intricate details and rich colors come alive on our high-quality metal prints, making this a unique and thought-provoking addition to any space. Relive history through art and bring a piece of the past into your modern home or office. Order your Metal Print today and let the story unfold.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 51.4cm x 41.2cm (20.2" x 16.2")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative 19th-century photograph, a philanthropic employer stands in quiet reflection, holding a newspaper in hand, as he contemplates the news that has reached him regarding an art exhibition he had generously sponsored for the benefit of his working-class workforce. The exhibition, held in a grand hall, was intended to offer these hardworking individuals an opportunity to engage with art and culture, a luxury often denied to them due to their demanding work schedules and financial constraints. However, the employer's noble intentions were dashed when he learned that instead of attending the exhibition, many of his employees had opted to spend their free time and the funds provided by their employer to visit the local tea-gardens. The serene image of the employer, surrounded by the tranquility of nature, serves as a poignant contrast to the reality of the situation. The industrial revolution had brought about significant changes to the working classes, with long hours, poor working conditions, and meager wages being the norm. The provision of cultural experiences, such as art exhibitions, was seen as a means to uplift and enrich the lives of these workers, offering them a glimpse into a world beyond their daily struggles. Despite the disappointment, the employer's gesture served as a reminder of the importance of recognizing the needs and desires of his workforce, and perhaps, it sparked a renewed determination to find ways to bring culture and art to the working classes in more accessible and appealing ways. This photograph captures a poignant moment in the history of industrial philanthropy, highlighting the complexities of social reform and the enduring power of human connection and understanding.
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