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Framed Print : Brentford Union Workhouse - Masters residence and offices
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Brentford Union Workhouse - Masters residence and offices
A view of the masters residence ad offices at the new Brentford Union workhouse in Middlesex, opened in 1902 Date: 1902
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Media ID 7200197
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22"x18" Modern Frame
Introducing the latest addition to our Media Storehouse Framed Prints collection: "Brentford Union Workhouse - Masters residence and offices" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating framed print showcases a historic view of the masters residence and offices at the Brentford Union Workhouse in Middlesex, which opened in 1902. Step back in time with this intriguing image, capturing the architecture and design of the workhouse during the early 20th century. The perfect addition to any room, this framed print brings a touch of history and character to your home or office decor. Order now and add a piece of the past to your space.
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 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 striking photograph captures the imposing Masters Residence and Offices at the newly opened Brentford Union Workhouse in Middlesex, England, in 1902. The workhouse system, a key component of the English Poor Law, was designed to provide relief for the destitute and able-bodied poor, who were required to live and work in these institutions in exchange for assistance. The Masters Residence, situated at the heart of the workhouse complex, was where the workhouse master and his family resided. The master was responsible for the overall management of the workhouse, including the enforcement of rules and discipline. The Offices adjacent to the residence housed the workhouse administration, including the porter's lodge, the schoolroom, and the infirmary. The grandeur of the Masters Residence and Offices stands in stark contrast to the Spartan living conditions of the paupers housed within the workhouse. The large, ornate windows, intricate brickwork, and well-manicured gardens reflect the authority and power of those in charge. The workhouse system was a controversial and divisive aspect of Victorian society, with critics arguing that it perpetuated poverty and suffering rather than alleviating it. Despite its controversial history, this photograph offers a fascinating insight into the architecture and design of a workhouse during the early 20th century. The Masters Residence and Offices at Brentford Union Workhouse serve as a reminder of the complex social and economic issues faced by Victorian society and the role that institutions like workhouses played in addressing them.
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