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The Fairbridge Society
Advertisement for The Fairbridge Society, a charity founded by Kingsley Fairbridge in 1909 for the furtherance of child emigration to the colonies to help orphans and impoverished children in Britain. This advert shows a young boy Left behind! in the slums of England while his friends are enjoying the open space of Australia
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Media ID 4463317
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1954 Behind Charitable Charity Colonies Colony Community Emigrant Emigration Hoop Immigration Impoverished Orphans Slums Fairbridge
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the rich history of The Fairbridge Society with our exquisite Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse. This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the essence of a pivotal moment in the charity's history. Founded by Kingsley Fairbridge in 1909, The Fairbridge Society aimed to provide a better future for orphans by facilitating child emigration to the colonies. Our Fine Art Prints are not only beautiful additions to your home or office, but they also serve as meaningful reminders of the important work of this remarkable charity. Order yours today and bring a piece of history into your space.
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 37cm x 50.8cm (14.6" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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A poignant reminder of a bygone era, this photograph captures the stark contrast between the grim reality of life in the slums of England during the 1950s and the promise of a better future offered by The Fairbridge Society. Founded by Kingsley Fairbridge in 1909, this charitable organization sought to provide a new lease of life for orphaned and impoverished children in Britain by facilitating their emigration to the colonies. In this evocative advertisement from 1954, we see a young boy, left behind, peering through a hoop at his friends who have already embarked on their journey to Australia. The open space, blue skies, and sunshine of the Australian colony stand in stark contrast to the cramped, grey, and dreary streets of England. The boys in Australia are shown playing and laughing, their faces filled with joy and excitement. The Fairbridge Society's mission was to give these children a chance at a better life, to help them escape the cycle of poverty and hardship that seemed inescapable in England. Through its various programs, the Society provided education, training, and support to help these children build new lives in the colonies. This powerful advertisement serves as a poignant reminder of the struggles faced by children in England during the 1950s and the transformative impact of The Fairbridge Society. It is a testament to the power of community, compassion, and the belief that every child deserves a chance at a better future.
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