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Painted Fabrics employees
In the centre is Arthur Fisher.
The establishment of Painted Fabrics Limited owed much to Annie Bindon Carter (1883-1969) who, in 1915, volunteered to help at the Wharncliffe War Hospital at Middlewood, Sheffield. She organised painting classes as a form of occupational therapy for soldiers who had suffered physical and psychological injuries (including amputations) during the First World War.At the end of the war Mrs Carter obtained premises at West Bar, Sheffield which were converted and equipped as workshops for a few men, with financial help from local people. After a visit from Earl Haig, the authorities realised the possibilities of employment for severely disabled ex-servicemen that the enterprise presented. In 1923, land and hutments at the old WaC (Womens Auxiliary Army Corps) camp at Norton Woodseats, Sheffield were purchased by the United Services Fund and leased to the newly formed company Painted Fabrics Limited. Some of the huts became workshops, while others were converted to homes for some of the men and their wives and families.Original at Sheffield Archives, ref. PF/4/2/4
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This print showcases the dedicated employees of Painted Fabrics, with Arthur Fisher prominently positioned in the center. The establishment of this remarkable company can be attributed to Annie Bindon Carter, a compassionate individual who volunteered at the Wharncliffe War Hospital during World War I. Recognizing the therapeutic benefits of art, she organized painting classes for soldiers who had endured both physical and psychological injuries on the battlefield. Following the war's conclusion, Mrs. Carter secured premises at West Bar in Sheffield and transformed them into workshops for a select group of men. With support from local residents, her vision began to take shape. Earl Haig's visit further highlighted the potential employment opportunities that Painted Fabrics could provide for severely disabled ex-servicemen. In 1923, United Services Fund purchased land and hutments at Norton Woodseats' old Women's Auxiliary Army Corps camp and leased it to Painted Fabrics Limited. Some huts were converted into workshops while others became homes for employees and their families. The original photograph is preserved at Sheffield Archives under reference PF/4/2/4. It serves as a testament to not only the resilience and determination of these individuals but also highlights how one person's dedication can create meaningful opportunities for those facing adversity.
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