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Decorating an office building, London
A team of decorators painting the outside of an office building in Central London, working from ladders with no protective head gear. Date: circa 1950s
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© A The John Turner Photographic Collection / Mary Evans AA The John Turner Photographic Collection / Mary Evans
Climb Climbing Decorating Decorator Decorators Gear Hebe Ladder Ladders Office Overalls Protective Whitewash Windows
Large Photo Mug (15 oz)
Brighten up your workday with our Media Storehouse Photo Mug featuring an iconic image from Mary Evans Picture Library. This mug showcases a vintage scene of decorators at work in Central London during the 1950s, adding a touch of history to your morning coffee routine. The high-quality print captures the detail and color of the original photograph, ensuring that each sip brings a moment of inspiration. Perfect for the office or as a thoughtful gift, this mug is a must-have for history enthusiasts and coffee lovers alike.
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Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
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In this evocative photograph, a team of decorators is hard at work painting the outside of an office building in the heart of Central London during the 1950s. The scene is set against the backdrop of a bustling city street, with passersby and traffic moving about in the background. The decorators, dressed in white overalls, are perched on ladders, brushes in hand, applying a fresh coat of whitewash to the building's facade. Despite the hazards of their work, none of the decorators are wearing protective headgear. This was likely a common practice during the 1950s, before the widespread adoption of safety regulations. The team seems focused and determined, with a sense of camaraderie as they work together to transform the building's appearance. The pavement below is littered with paint cans, brushes, and other tools of the trade. A woman in a smart suit and heels, identified as Hebe, watches the scene with a curious expression. She appears to be taking in the sights and sounds of the bustling city, perhaps on a break from her own office duties. The scene is a snapshot of life in Central London during the 1950s, capturing the grit and determination of the decorators at work and the vibrancy of the city around them. This photograph is a testament to the importance of maintaining the appearance of buildings, even in the midst of the hustle and bustle of urban life.
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