Poster Print : Road repair gang, early 1900s
Poster Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
Road repair gang, early 1900s
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 32364916
© The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive / Mary Evans
18x24 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our vintage Road Repair Gang poster print from The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive Collection, exclusively available at Media Storehouse. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you to the early 1900s as you witness the hardworking men repairing the worn-out roads of yesteryear. Perfect for adding a touch of nostalgia to your workspace, man cave, or home office, this unique poster print not only makes for a striking conversation starter but also serves as a reminder of the dedication and resilience that built the foundations of our modern infrastructure. Bring history to life with this vintage treasure from Media Storehouse.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
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
This evocative photograph captures the daily labor of a road repair gang in the early 1900s, as they work diligently to mend and improve the infrastructure of the Victorian and Edwardian eras. The scene is set in a quintessentially British countryside, with the rolling hills and lush greenery in the background, providing a picturesque backdrop to the gritty reality of the road repair process. The men in the photograph, dressed in heavy workwear and protective goggles, are focused on their task, each one performing a specific role in the repair process. Some are shoveling gravel or mixing cement, while others are laying down new asphalt or smoothing out the rough edges with rakes and rollers. The horses, harnessed to carts and wagons, are an essential part of the team, transporting materials and equipment to different parts of the work site. Despite the challenging conditions, the camaraderie and teamwork among the workers are palpable. They exchange words and gestures, offering encouragement and support to one another as they toil away to ensure the safe and efficient passage of carriages, bicycles, and eventually, automobiles, on the repaired roads. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the hard work and determination that went into building and maintaining the infrastructure of the past, and it invites us to reflect on the progress and changes that have taken place over the last century. The Road Repair Gang, Early 1900s is a captivating glimpse into history, and a testament to the resilience and ingenuity of the human spirit.
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