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Square workhouse, perspective view
Perspective view of the model square workhouse for 300 inmates, design by Sampson Kempthorne, issued by the Poor Law Commissioners
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This perspective view print depicts the Square Workhouse, a model design by Sampson Kempthorne for accommodating up to 300 inmates, issued by the Poor Law Commissioners in 1835. The workhouse, a symbol of the harsh realities of the English welfare system during the 1830s, was intended to be a segregated and disciplinary institution for the poor and destitute. The design, with its austere and cross-shaped layout, reflects the legislative intent to enforce work and deter dependency through the separation of families and the imposition of harsh living conditions. The workhouse was a key component of the Poor Law Amendment Act of 1834, which aimed to reform the existing system of parish relief and establish a more uniform and efficient approach to poverty relief. The print offers a hundred-year perspective on the history of workhouses and the Dickensian era, providing a glimpse into the living conditions of the poor and the social status associated with pauperism during that time. The workhouse was a far cry from the modern concept of social welfare, and its design reflected the prevailing attitudes towards poverty and the role of the state in providing assistance. The Square Workhouse was one of several models proposed by Kempthorne and other architects, and its adoption by the Poor Law Commissioners marked a significant step towards the standardization of workhouse design and the implementation of the new legislation. The print serves as an important historical document, shedding light on the architectural, social, and legal context of the era and offering a unique insight into the lives of the poor and the role of the state in addressing poverty during the 19th century.
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