Fine Art Print : Community / Workhouse
Fine Art Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
Community / Workhouse
Two workhouse inmates in the Chilvers Coton College for the Poor, Warwickshire
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Media ID 574106
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Charity College Community Coton Inmates Poor Warwickshire Workhouse Workhouses
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the poignant history of the past with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from the Media Storehouse, featuring this evocative image from Mary Evans Picture Library. Witness the poignant moment between two workhouse inmates in Chilvers Coton College for the Poor, Warwickshire, as they share a brief respite from their daily struggles. This beautifully detailed print, captured from the Mary Evans Prints Online archive, is a poignant reminder of the human spirit and the enduring power of community. Elevate your home or office decor with this timeless piece of historical art.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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 evocative photograph captures the stark reality of life in a 19th century workhouse, specifically at Chilvers Coton College for the Poor in Warwickshire, England. Established in the mid-1800s, workhouses were institutions designed to provide relief for the destitute, the elderly, and the infirm, who were unable to support themselves. In exchange for shelter and sustenance, inmates were required to work and contribute to the upkeep of the workhouse. The image portrays two inmates, their faces etched with the marks of hardship and toil. Their clothing is worn and threadbare, a testament to their poverty. They sit in a dimly lit room, surrounded by the remnants of their meager belongings. The atmosphere is one of quiet desperation, as they take a brief moment to rest from their labor. Despite the charitable intentions behind the workhouse system, it was often criticized for its harsh conditions and the dehumanizing effect it had on its inhabitants. The photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the historical struggle against poverty and the importance of community support and care for the most vulnerable members of society. Chilvers Coton College for the Poor, like many workhouses of the time, was a product of its era, reflecting the social and economic realities of the 19th century. Today, the photograph stands as a powerful historical artifact, shedding light on a critical period in the history of charity and social welfare.
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