Canvas Print : The Albergo Popolare in Milan
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The Albergo Popolare in Milan
Milans Albergo Popolare, opened in 1901, was modelled on Londons Rowton Houses and provided cheap accommodation for working men. The establishment contained 530 beds, each in its own private cubicle, plus communal washing, dining and recreational facilities. Date: Date unknown
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Media ID 14134136
© Mary Evans/Peter Higginbotham Collection
Accommodation Albergo Beds Cheap Communal Contained Cubicle Dining Establishment Facilities Modelled Opened Private Provided Recreational Rowton Washing 1901
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Bring the historic charm of Milan's Albergo Popolare into your home with our exquisite Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the iconic building that opened in 1901 and was inspired by London's Rowton Houses. Providing affordable accommodation for working men, Albergo Popolare is a significant piece of Milanese history. Our high-quality Canvas Prints faithfully reproduce the rich details and vibrant colors of this evocative photograph, ensuring a stunning addition to any room in your home or office. Order yours today and relive the unique character of this remarkable building every day.
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 76.2cm x 50.8cm (30" x 20")
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 evocative photograph captures the bustling atmosphere of Milan's Albergo Popolare, a historic budget accommodation establishment opened in 1901. Inspired by London's Rowton Houses, the Albergo Popolare was designed to provide affordable lodging for Milan's working men. With a capacity to house 530 guests, each occupant enjoyed the privacy of their own small cubicle, while communal washing, dining, and recreational facilities fostered a sense of community. The Albergo Popolare's architecture reflects the optimistic spirit of the early 20th century, as Italy underwent rapid industrialization and urbanization. The building's simple yet functional design, with its large windows and red-tiled roof, stands as a testament to the ingenuity of its creators. The establishment's interior is filled with a lively energy, as men of all ages and backgrounds gather for their daily meals or engage in leisure activities. The communal dining hall, with its long wooden tables and benches, serves as a meeting place where stories are shared and friendships are forged. The Albergo Popolare played a crucial role in Milan's social history, offering a safe and affordable shelter to the city's working class. Its influence extended beyond the realm of housing, as it fostered a sense of camaraderie and mutual support among its residents. Today, the Albergo Popolare remains a cherished piece of Milan's past, a reminder of a time when community and affordability were at the heart of urban living.
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