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1930s poor housing at Shadwell, Stepney
Women and children in a passageway between blocks of poor housing in the Shadwell district of Stepney in Londons East End. Date: circa 1936
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Blocks Passage Way Pauper Poor Shadwell Stepney Workhouse
14"x11" Photo Print
Discover the poignant history of London's East End with our exquisite photographic print from Media Storehouse, featuring the image "1930s Poor Housing at Shadwell, Stepney" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative image captures the daily life of women and children in a narrow passageway between blocks of poor housing in the Shadwell district of Stepney, circa 1936. Each print is meticulously produced using premium quality materials, ensuring a stunning and long-lasting addition to your home or office décor. Relive the past and add a touch of historical authenticity to your space with this poignant and thought-provoking piece.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 23.8cm x 35.5cm (9.4" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 27.9cm x 35.5cm (11" x 14")
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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This poignant photograph captures the harsh realities of life in the impoverished Shadwell district of Stepney, in London's East End, during the 1930s. The image shows a narrow, dimly lit passageway sandwiched between blocks of cramped and dilapidated housing. Women in worn clothing huddle together with their young children, their faces etched with worry and exhaustion. The atmosphere is one of desperation and struggle, as the residents of these poor living conditions endure the daily challenges of making ends meet. The Shadwell area, located in the heart of London's East End, was notorious for its overcrowded and unsanitary housing conditions. Many of the residents were working class families who lived in cramped quarters, often with multiple generations sharing a single room. The area was also home to a large number of paupers and the unemployed, who relied on the local workhouse for support. The passageway in the photograph serves as a stark reminder of the cramped and inadequate living conditions that many families in the Shadwell district were forced to endure. The lack of natural light and the narrowness of the passageway only add to the sense of claustrophobia and despair. The image is a powerful testament to the hardships faced by the working class communities of London's East End during this period, and serves as a reminder of the importance of social and economic reforms to address poverty and inequality.
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