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Canvas Print : Birmingham Union Cottage Homes, Marston Green, Warwickshire
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Birmingham Union Cottage Homes, Marston Green, Warwickshire
A girl stands in front of one of the childrens cottage homes at Marston Green in Warwickshire, to the east of Birmingham. The homes were opened by the Birmingham Poor Law Authorities in 1879 to house over 400 pauper children away from the workhouse. As well as the cottages, each one housing up to 30 children, there was a school, infirmary, swimming baths, workshops and a farm
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1879 Birmingham Cottage Homes Infirmary L Aw Marston Pauper Poor Poverty Swimming Warwickshire Workhouse Workhouses Workshops
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the Birmingham Union Cottage Homes Canvas Print from Media Storehouse, an exquisite addition to your home decor. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases a young girl standing in front of one of the charming children's cottage homes at Marston Green in Warwickshire. Established in 1879 by the Birmingham Poor Law Authorities, these cottages were designed to provide a nurturing environment for children in need. This evocative canvas print, with its rich colors and vibrant details, brings a piece of historical charm into your living space. Experience the blend of history and beauty with the Birmingham Union Cottage Homes Canvas Print from Media Storehouse.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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.
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This evocative photograph captures the essence of a bygone era, as a young girl stands in front of one of the children's cottage homes at Marston Green in Warwickshire, England. The image transports us back to the late Victorian and early Edwardian periods, specifically to the year 1906. At this time, the Birmingham Poor Law Authorities had established these cottages in 1879 to provide housing for over 400 pauper children, keeping them away from the harsh conditions of the workhouse. The Marston Green Union Cottages were a significant departure from the traditional workhouse system, offering a more humane and nurturing environment for the children. Each cottage housed up to 30 children and was equipped with various facilities, including a school, infirmary, swimming baths, workshops, and even a farm. The children were provided with education, medical care, and vocational training, aiming to prepare them for a better future. The girl in the photograph seems to be deep in thought as she gazes at the cottage, perhaps contemplating the opportunities that await her within its walls. The lush garden surrounding the building adds a sense of tranquility and hope, contrasting the stark reality of poverty and hardship that many children in this era faced. The architectural design of the cottage, with its red-brick facade and steeply pitched roof, is reminiscent of the Victorian and Edwardian eras. The building's charming appearance, combined with the idyllic garden setting, offers a glimpse into a more compassionate approach to caring for the less fortunate during a time when poverty and social inequality were rampant. This photograph is an essential piece of historical documentation, providing us with a window into the past and shedding light on the efforts made to improve the lives of children in need during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
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