Home > Arts > Realistic drawings > Still life artwork > Still life paintings
WASHING DISHES, 1942. Three-year-old Ann Heath, daughter of a Warren McArthur factory
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Granger
WASHING DISHES, 1942. Three-year-old Ann Heath, daughter of a Warren McArthur factory
WASHING DISHES, 1942.
Three-year-old Ann Heath, daughter of a Warren McArthur factory lathe operator, standing on a footstool to help her mother wash the dinner dishes in the kitchen of their home, one of the four-room housing units constructed for defense industry employees in Bantam, Connecticut. Photographed by Howard R. Hollem, 1942
Granger holds millions of images spanning more than 25,000 years of world history, from before the Stone Age to the dawn of the Space Age
Media ID 13637786
1942 Apron Busy Cleaning Cupboard Curtain Daughter Defense Dining Dinner Dish Domestic Family Heath Hollem Home Front Housework Howard Industry Kitchen Mother Responsibility Sink Stool Stove Warren Washing Window Working Class World War Ii Bantam Mcarthur Shelves
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Arts
> Still life artwork
> Still life art
> Still life paintings
> Arts
> Still life artwork
> Still life art
> Arts
> Realistic drawings
> Still life artwork
> Still life paintings
> Arts
> Street art graffiti
> Still life
> Still life artwork
WASHING DISHES, 1942 - A Glimpse into the Everyday Life of a Working-Class Family during World War II
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This print captures a poignant moment in history as three-year-old Ann Heath stands on a footstool, eagerly helping her mother wash the dinner dishes. Taken by Howard R. Hollem in 1942, this image offers us a glimpse into the daily life of an American family residing in one of Bantam, Connecticut's four-room housing units constructed for defense industry employees. In this mid-century kitchen, we see young Ann wearing an apron with determination etched across her face. The shelves behind her are neatly arranged with cups and dishes while curtains adorn the window above the sink. The stove stands nearby, symbolizing warmth and sustenance amidst challenging times. As war raged overseas during World War II, families like Ann's played their part on the home front by shouldering responsibilities beyond their years. This photograph encapsulates not only domestic chores but also resilience and unity within working-class communities. The image serves as a reminder that even at such tender ages, children were taught responsibility and actively participated in household tasks to support their parents who worked tirelessly for defense industries. It is through these small acts that they contributed to the larger cause of national security. Granger Art on Demand presents this remarkable piece from its collection without mentioning commercial use or any specific company affiliation. Through this photograph, we honor those who lived through extraordinary times
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
FREE COLORIZATION SERVICE
You can choose advanced AI Colorization for this picture at no extra charge!
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.