Canvas Print : Braintree Union Workhouse, Essex
Canvas Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
Braintree Union Workhouse, Essex
Main entrance of the Braintree Union Workhouse, Essex. The building, opened in 1839, was designed by William T Nash. The site later became St Michaels Hospital. Date: 2000
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Media ID 7193191
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20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
"Bring history into your home with our stunning Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse. This particular piece showcases the impressive main entrance of Braintree Union Workhouse in Essex, captured in a photograph taken in the year 2000 from Mary Evans Prints Online. Designed by William T. Nash and built in 1839, this imposing structure once served as a workhouse and later transformed into St. Michael's Hospital. Add this captivating image to your wall art collection and transport yourself back in time with every glance."
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 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
1. Title: A Past Era of Social Welfare: The Main Entrance of Braintree Union Workhouse, Essex (circa 2000) The photograph captures the imposing main entrance of the Braintree Union Workhouse, located in Essex, England. This historic building, designed by William T. Nash and opened in 1839, stands as a poignant reminder of a bygone era in the social welfare system. During the 19th century, workhouses served as the primary means of providing relief for the destitute, the elderly, and the infirm. The system, established under the Poor Law Amendment Act of 1834, aimed to deter able-bodied paupers from seeking relief by subjecting them to harsh living conditions in exchange for minimal support. The Braintree Union Workhouse, with its grandiose facade, belied the hardships endured within its walls. The building's architecture, characterized by its symmetrical design and Doric columns, was intended to convey a sense of order and discipline. Inside, the workhouse was divided into separate areas for men, women, and children. Residents were required to work long hours, often in agricultural labor or textile industries, to contribute to the upkeep of the institution. Those unable to work were subjected to spartan living conditions, including meager rations and limited access to medical care. By the late 20th century, the Braintree Union Workhouse had been repurposed as St. Michael's Hospital. The transformation marked a significant shift in the approach to social welfare, with a focus on providing care and support rather than punishment and deterrence. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, inviting us to reflect on the evolution of social welfare systems and the complex interplay of compassion, discipline, and societal norms that have shaped them over time.
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