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Canvas Print : Boys breaking stones in quarry, Mettray Colony, France
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Boys breaking stones in quarry, Mettray Colony, France
Boys at work breaking stones in a quarry at the agricultural colony for delinquent boys at Mettray, near Tours, France. In the 1840s, the colony pioneered the cottage homes system where boys lived in small family groups. This model was later widely adopted in England for many workhouse children
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Media ID 4481271
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1840s 1896 Agricultural Breaking Colony Cottage Groups Homes Inmate Inmates Mettray Penal Poverty Quarry Stonebreakers Stones Supervised Supervisor System Tours Workhouse Delinquent Stonebreaker
10"x10" (25x25cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the captivating "Boys breaking stones in quarry, Mettray Colony, France" canvas print from the Media Storehouse collection. This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, takes us back in time to the 1840s and the agricultural colony for delinquent boys at Mettray, near Tours, France. Witness the determination and grit of young boys as they toil in the quarry, breaking stones to build a better future. This exquisite canvas print brings history to life and makes for a stunning addition to any home or office décor. Experience the rich storytelling power of art with Media Storehouse.
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 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures a moment in the daily life of the Mettray Colony, an agricultural reformatories institution for delinquent boys located near Tours, France. Established in the 1840s, the Mettray Colony was a pioneer of the cottage homes system, which aimed to provide a more humane and effective alternative to traditional workhouses and penal institutions. In this image, a group of boys can be seen working diligently to break stones in a quarry. The boys, dressed in simple clothing, are supervised by a stern-looking supervisor, who ensures that they adhere to the rules and complete their tasks efficiently. The cottage homes system, which was later widely adopted in England, was designed to provide a more family-like environment for the children, with small groups of boys living together under the care of a houseparent. The system aimed to provide a more effective means of rehabilitation, by offering a more personalized approach to the care and education of the children. Despite the more humane intentions of the cottage homes system, the conditions in the Mettray Colony were still far from ideal. The boys lived in cramped and often poorly maintained accommodations, and were subjected to long hours of hard labor, such as stonebreaking, in order to contribute to the colony's self-sufficiency. This photograph, taken in the late 1890s, offers a glimpse into the daily life of the Mettray Colony and the harsh realities faced by the boys who lived there. It serves as a reminder of the historical importance of the cottage homes system and the ongoing efforts to improve the lives of children in institutional care.
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