Canvas Print : Bristol Cottage Homes
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Bristol Cottage Homes
Some of the childrens houses at the Bristol Board of Guardians cottage homes at Dowend, opened in 1904 to house pauper children away from the workhouse. Date: 1904
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Media ID 7199619
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10529909
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
"Add a touch of history to your home decor with Media Storehouse's Canvas Prints featuring "Bristol Cottage Homes" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative image transports us back in time to the early 1900s, showcasing the quaint and humble Bristol Board of Guardians cottage homes. Originally built to house pauper children away from the workhouse, these charming cottages now serve as a reminder of an era long past. Our high-quality canvas prints are sure to make a stunning addition to any room, bringing history and character to your living space. Order yours today and let the story of the past unfold in your home."
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 exterior of the Bristol Board of Guardians Cottage Homes at Dowend, which opened in 1904. The image offers a glimpse into the past, providing a window into the lives of pauper children who once resided there. At the turn of the 20th century, the workhouse system, which had long been criticized for its harsh and degrading conditions, was being phased out in favor of more humane alternatives. The Cottage Homes movement emerged as a response, aiming to provide a more nurturing environment for children who were separated from their families due to poverty. The photograph shows a row of neatly aligned, red-brick cottages, each with its own small garden, surrounded by lush greenery. The children's homes were designed to resemble traditional houses, with the intention of creating a sense of normalcy and stability for the children. The cottages were staffed by trained caregivers, who aimed to provide a loving and supportive environment. Despite the best intentions, life in the Cottage Homes was far from ideal. Children were still subjected to strict routines and regulations, and they were often separated from their siblings and parents for extended periods of time. However, the Cottage Homes represented a significant improvement over the workhouse system, and they paved the way for the development of more child-centered care in the years to come. This photograph offers a poignant reminder of a bygone era, when the welfare of children in need was a pressing concern, and innovative solutions were being sought to address the challenges of poverty and social inequality.
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