Framed Print : Bedlam / Womans Gallery
Framed Photos from Mary Evans Picture Library
Bedlam / Womans Gallery
The womens gallery
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Media ID 581308
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10026940
1860 Asylums Bedlam Bethlehem Gallery Insanity
22"x18" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating "Bedlam / Women's Gallery" print from the Media Storehouse Framed Prints collection, brought to you by Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This exquisite piece transports you back in time to the infamous Bethlem Royal Hospital, also known as Bedlam, and its Women's Gallery. The Women's Gallery was a unique attraction during the 18th and 19th centuries, where spectators could pay to view women patients from a distance. This intriguing image offers a glimpse into a bygone era, inviting you to ponder the complexities of societal norms and mental health care during that period. Each Media Storehouse Framed Print is meticulously crafted with high-quality materials, ensuring your new artwork will be a stunning addition to any room in your home or office. The frame is designed to complement and enhance the beauty of the print, creating a truly breathtaking presentation. Bring a piece of historical intrigue and captivating artistry into your space with the "Bedlam / Women's Gallery" print from Media Storehouse. Order yours today and let the conversation begin!
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.
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 45.7cm (20" x 18")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 45.7cm (22" x 18")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print from Mary Evans Picture Library transports us back to the year 1860, offering a glimpse into the haunting history of Bedlam's Women's Gallery. This historical image showcases the interior of an asylum, where women deemed "insane" were confined and treated for their mental illnesses. The stark reality of life within these walls is palpable as we observe the barren room and somber atmosphere.
The term "Bedlam" has long been synonymous with chaos and madness, stemming from the notorious Bethlem Royal Hospital in London, one of the world's oldest psychiatric institutions. The Women's Gallery depicted in this photograph serves as a chilling reminder of society's treatment of those suffering from mental health conditions in centuries past.
As we reflect on this piece of medical history, it is impossible not to feel a sense of empathy for the women who once resided within these walls. Their stories are etched into every corner of this image, begging us to remember their struggles and advocate for better care and understanding for individuals facing similar challenges today.
Mary Evans Prints Online has preserved this powerful snapshot of Bedlam's Women's Gallery, allowing us to connect with our collective past and honor those whose voices were silenced by stigma and ignorance. It serves as a poignant reminder that progress in mental health care is essential for creating a more compassionate and inclusive society.
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