Canvas Print : First Day at School 6
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First Day at School 6
School dinner
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Media ID 588056
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10188442
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
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 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph, titled "First Day at School 6: School Dinner," transports us back in time to a British schoolroom in the mid-19th century. The image, captured by an unidentified photographer and available through Mary Evans Picture Library, offers a rare glimpse into the daily life of a Victorian-era educational institution. The scene unfolds in a dimly lit, sparsely furnished schoolroom. Long wooden tables, filled with eager students, stretch out before us. Each table is presided over by a matronly figure, dressed in a traditional Dame's uniform - a black gown, white apron, and a cap adorned with a red rosette. These women, commonly known as Dames or Monitors, were responsible for maintaining order and discipline in the classroom. The children, dressed in their best Sunday clothes, sit attentively as they prepare for their midday meal. The air in the room is filled with a palpable sense of anticipation and excitement. The Dame at the head of the table raises a spoonful of food to her lips, signaling the beginning of the meal. The students follow suit, their eyes fixed on her, ready to partake in their school dinner. This image offers a poignant reminder of the importance of education in Victorian Britain and the daily rituals that shaped the lives of young students. The simple act of sharing a meal together, under the watchful eye of their Dame, fostered a sense of community and discipline that would have been integral to their development. The photograph's historical significance extends beyond the schoolroom walls. It provides a valuable insight into the social and educational landscape of the time, offering a glimpse into the daily lives of children and their teachers during the Victorian era. This image is a testament to the enduring power of education and the indelible impact it has on our lives.
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