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New Bethlem Hospital, St. Georges Fields, engraved by Riley, 1817 (coloured
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New Bethlem Hospital, St. Georges Fields, engraved by Riley, 1817 (coloured
XCF264795 New Bethlem Hospital, St. Georges Fields, engraved by Riley, 1817 (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: new building of the Bethleham Royal Hospital (Bedlam) completed in 1815; designed by James Lewis, the hospital surveyor; became home of Imperial War Museum in 1936; ); English, out of copyright
Media ID 12779797
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Lambeth Lunatic Asylum Mental Hospital
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This print showcases the New Bethlem Hospital, St. Georges Fields, engraved by Riley in 1817. The image is a colored engraving created by an anonymous English artist from the 19th century and is now part of a private collection. The picture takes us back to the early 19th century when this new building of the Bethleham Royal Hospital, also known as Bedlam, was completed in 1815. Designed by James Lewis, the hospital surveyor, it stands tall with its impressive architecture and grand facade. Once a lunatic asylum and mental hospital, this historic institution played a significant role in providing care for those suffering from mental illnesses during that era. However, its purpose changed over time as it eventually became home to the Imperial War Museum in 1936. The photograph allows us to appreciate not only the architectural beauty but also serves as a reminder of how society's understanding and treatment of mental health have evolved throughout history. It invites contemplation on how far we have come while acknowledging that there is still progress to be made. This remarkable piece captures both historical significance and artistic excellence simultaneously. Its presence within Fine Art Finder emphasizes its value as an important cultural artifact worth preserving for future generations to admire and learn from.
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