{"product_id":"vintage-ulster-irish-linen-tea-towel-wall-65054","title":"Vintage Ulster Irish Linen Tea Towel Wall Hanging British Worker Mid-Century Souvenir","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a vintage Ulster pure Irish linen tea towel depicting traditional British occupations and uniform styles. Manufactured in Ireland by the renowned brand Ulster Weavers, these towels were highly popular mid-century souvenirs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeatured Occupations \u0026amp; Costumes\u003cbr\u003e\nThe layout showcases 10 distinct, classic figures split into two rows:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTop Row (Left to Right):\u003cbr\u003e\nBusiness Man: Styled in a 20th-century gray suit, bowler hat, and carrying an umbrella.\u003cbr\u003e\nMilkman: Wearing a traditional carrier uniform, an apron, and holding a crate of milk bottles.\u003cbr\u003e\nChelsea Pensioner: Styled in the iconic long scarlet overcoat and tricorn-style cap from the Royal Hospital Chelsea.\u003cbr\u003e\nCity Messenger: Clad in a formal dark suit with a top hat.\u003cbr\u003e\nTaxi Driver: In casual everyday attire consisting of a flat cap and gray blazer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBottom Row (Left to Right):\u003cbr\u003e\nPoliceman: Outfitted in the historic dark blue British police uniform with a traditional bobby custodian helmet.\u003cbr\u003e\nYeoman Warder: Popularly known as a \"Beefeater,\" wearing the ceremonial red and gold Tudor state dress.\u003cbr\u003e\nFish Porter: Depicted carrying a heavy wooden fish crate balanced atop their head—a common sight at historical London markets like Billingsgate.\u003cbr\u003e\nGuardsman: Showcasing the famous full-dress scarlet tunic and tall bearskin cap worn by regiments of the King's Guard.\u003cbr\u003e\nVicar: Dressed in a traditional ankle-length black cassock and clerical collar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMarks: The bottom-left specifies \"All Pure Linen\" and the bottom-right features the \"Ulster\" brand logo and text noting \"Made in Ireland\".\u003cbr\u003e\nProduction Era: This towel features screen-printed \"Fast Colours,\" typical of mid-20th century kitchen textiles meant to withstand heavy washing without fading.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis vintage Ulster tea towel features vibrant illustrations of British workers, including a policeman and milkman. Crafted from pure linen in Ireland.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Made of pure linen\u003cbr\u003e\n• Measures 20x30 inches\u003cbr\u003e\n• Features colorful British worker illustrations\u003cbr\u003e\n• Made in Ireland by Ulster\u003cbr\u003e\n• Easy to hang or display\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo small brown stains near the top section.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pauline Stanley Studio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48221395648738,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0104\/2949\/7402\/files\/il_fullxfull.8367989880_lrjq.jpg?v=1786763367","url":"https:\/\/therarebirdco.com\/products\/vintage-ulster-irish-linen-tea-towel-wall-65054","provider":"Pauline Stanley Studio + Rare Bird Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}