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Bristol Union Workhouse, Gloucestershire



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Bristol Union Workhouse, Gloucestershire

The main building at the Bristol Union Workhouse, Stapleton. The site later became Manor Park Hospital and then Blackberry Hill Hospital Date: 2000

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Media ID 7193115

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20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print

Introducing the captivating Canvas Print of "Bristol Union Workhouse, Gloucestershire" from Media Storehouse. This exquisite piece of art brings history to life with an evocative image of the main building at the Bristol Union Workhouse, Stapleton. Captured in 2000, this Rights Managed image from Mary Evans Prints Online offers a glimpse into the past, with the site later becoming Manor Park Hospital and then Blackberry Hill Hospital. Transform your living space with this stunning canvas print, meticulously crafted to bring the rich detail and vibrant colors of this historic photograph to your home.

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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EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: A Past Life: The Bristol Union Workhouse, Stapleton, Gloucestershire (circa 2000). This evocative photograph captures the haunting beauty and historical significance of the former Bristol Union Workhouse, located in Stapleton, Gloucestershire. Established in 1837, this imposing edifice was designed to provide shelter, food, and work for the destitute, the infirm, and the elderly within the parish. The workhouse system, a key component of the English Poor Laws, aimed to deter able-bodied paupers from seeking relief by imposing harsh living conditions and mandatory labor. The main building in the image, with its grandiose facade and intricate architectural details, belied the harsh realities that lay within. Inside, the workhouse was divided into separate areas for men, women, and children. Conditions were spartan, with inmates expected to perform arduous tasks such as spinning, weaving, or agricultural labor to earn their keep. The workhouse also housed a school for children and a hospital for the sick and infirm. By the late 19th century, the workhouse system began to evolve, with a shift towards providing better living conditions and more humane treatment for its inmates. In the early 20th century, the site was transformed into Manor Park Hospital, which served as a mental health institution until the 1990s. The building later became Blackberry Hill Hospital, where it continued to provide essential healthcare services until its closure in 2013. Today, the former workhouse stands as a poignant reminder of a bygone era, a testament to the resilience and determination of those who lived and worked within its walls. The photograph invites us to reflect on the complex history of poverty, welfare, and social care in England, and to consider the ongoing challenges and debates surrounding these issues in the 21st century.

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