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Back to Back Slums
Typical Victorian back to back slum houses, with tiny back yards, Bath Street area of Grimsby, Lincolnshire, England. Scheduled for demolition under Town Planning
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Area Bath Demolition Grimsby Lincolnshire Planning Scheduled Slum Slums Terrace Terraced Tiny Typical Yards
22"x18" Modern Frame
Discover the haunting beauty and historical significance of "Back to Back Slums" with our Media Storehouse Framed Prints. This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Picture Library, takes you back in time to the Victorian era of Grimsby, Lincolnshire, England. The photograph showcases the typical back-to-back houses in Bath Street area, each with its minuscule back yard. These houses, now scheduled for demolition under town planning, offer a poignant reminder of the living conditions of the past. Bring this piece of history into your home with our high-quality framed prints, expertly crafted to preserve the intricate details and authentic colors of this captivating image.
20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 45.7cm x 50.8cm (18" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 55.9cm (18" x 22")
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 evocative photograph captures the essence of Bath Street's back-to-back slums in Grimsby, Lincolnshire, England during the 1950s. The image presents a typical scene of Victorian terraced houses, lined up one after another with only narrow back yards separating them. These cramped living conditions were once common in working-class neighborhoods, reflecting the harsh realities of urban living during that era. The houses in this area, scheduled for demolition under town planning, were built to accommodate the large population influx during the industrial revolution. The tiny back yards, barely enough for a washing line or a few pots of herbs, were a stark contrast to the spacious gardens that were a luxury for the affluent. The Victorian back-to-back houses, with their red-brick facades and steep roofs, exude a sense of history and nostalgia. Yet, they also symbolize the social and economic class divisions that were deeply ingrained in British society during that time. The houses were often poorly insulated, leading to damp and unhealthy living conditions, and the lack of privacy and shared facilities added to the challenges of daily life. Despite their grim reputation, these houses were home to generations of families who made the best of their circumstances. The photograph offers a glimpse into a bygone era, a time when the fabric of urban living was vastly different from what it is today. The scheduled demolition of these houses marked the end of an era, paving the way for new housing developments and urban planning initiatives that prioritized better living conditions and more space for residents. This photograph serves as a reminder of the past, a testament to the resilience of the human spirit, and a reminder of the importance of continuous progress and improvement in our built environment.
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