Canvas Print : Female tramp asleep on steps, London
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Female tramp asleep on steps, London
A female tramp sleeps on steps somewhere in Central London, where many of the citys homeless made their beds under bridges and railway arches. Date: circa 1930
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Media ID 4470487
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10424764
Depression Homeless Homelessness Poverty Recession Sleeps Tramp Tramps Vagrant Vagrants Workhouse Workhouses
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
"Breathe new life into your living space with a captivating piece from our Media Storehouse Canvas Prints collection. This evocative image captures the poignant reality of life in London during the 1930s, as a female tramp finds rest on the worn stone steps. Originally sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, this rights-managed photograph offers a poignant glimpse into history. Our premium canvas prints are meticulously crafted to bring out the rich details and authentic tones of the original image, ensuring a stunning addition to any room. Elevate your home décor with this thought-provoking piece and ignite conversation."
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 76.2cm x 50.8cm (30" x 20")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This poignant photograph captures the harsh reality of poverty and homelessness in Central London during the 1930s. The image shows a female tramp asleep on the cold, stone steps, her worn-out clothing and weary expression a testament to the hardships she faced. At the time, many of London's homeless population made their beds under bridges and railway arches, unable to afford housing or even a place to call their own. The 1930s were a decade marked by economic hardship and despair, with the Great Depression causing widespread unemployment and poverty. The social safety net was insufficient to support those in need, and the workhouses, once a relic of an earlier era, were no longer able to cope with the demand. Vagrancy became a common sight on the streets of London, as people were forced to resort to begging or sleeping rough in order to survive. The historical significance of this photograph lies in its portrayal of a moment in time when the harsh realities of poverty and homelessness were all too common in the heart of the city. It serves as a reminder of the challenges faced by those who lived through the Great Depression and the importance of addressing the root causes of poverty and homelessness. Today, as we look back on this image, we are reminded of the progress that has been made in addressing these issues, but also of the ongoing need to ensure that no one is left behind.
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