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Canvas Print : Abbey Street Ragged Schools, Bethnal Green
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Abbey Street Ragged Schools, Bethnal Green
A free breakfast is provided to pupils at the Abbey Street Ragged Schools, Bethnal Green. Children sit at trestle tables. A woman sits at a harmonium. Date: late 1800s
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Media ID 14252348
© Mary Evans/Peter Higginbotham Collection
1800s Bethnal Breakfast Carehome Free Harmonium Orphanage Orphans Provided Pupils Ragged Schools Services Sits Tables Trestle Welfare Childrens
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Step back in time with our captivating Canvas Print of 'Abbey Street Ragged Schools, Bethnal Green' from the Media Storehouse collection. This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you to the late 1800s as children gather for their free breakfast at the Ragged Schools. The harmonium-playing woman adds a sense of warmth and nurture to this heartwarming scene. Our high-quality Canvas Prints bring your favourite images to life with stunning detail and vibrant colours, making this a treasured addition to any home or office space.
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.
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Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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
In this evocative photograph from the late 1800s, we witness a heartwarming scene at the Abbey Street Ragged Schools in Bethnal Green, London. Established to provide education and basic care for the city's most vulnerable children, these schools were a vital part of the social welfare system during an era when poverty and hardship were rampant. The image captures the moment before the start of a new day, as children gather around trestle tables to enjoy a free breakfast, generously provided by the schools. The simple act of sharing a meal together creates a sense of community and belonging, offering these children a brief respite from the harsh realities of their daily lives. A woman, likely a teacher or caregiver, sits at a harmonium, adding a soothing melody to the scene. Her presence signifies the importance of music and art in nurturing the children's emotional and intellectual growth. The harmonium, a common instrument in schools and orphanages of the time, serves as a reminder of the essential role that music plays in providing comfort and solace. The Abbey Street Ragged Schools were a testament to the compassionate spirit of the community, offering a sanctuary for orphaned, abandoned, and neglected children. The photograph encapsulates the spirit of care and service that defined these institutions, providing a glimpse into the past and reminding us of the importance of supporting those in need.
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