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Christmas at the Whitechapel Workhouse
Serving Christmas Dinner at the Whitechapel Workhouse, London. Date: 1874
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Media ID 14387352
© Mary Evans/Peter Higginbotham Collection
1874 Celebrating Celebration Cook Decorations Dinner Eating Meal Seasonal Serving Special Whitechapel Workhouse Workhouses
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Bring the nostalgic charm of the past into your home with our Media Storehouse Canvas Prints featuring "Christmas at the Whitechapel Workhouse" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image, dated 1874, depicts a heartwarming scene of a Christmas dinner being served at the Whitechapel Workhouse in London. The intricate details and authentic atmosphere of the era are beautifully captured, making this a unique and striking addition to any room in your home. Our premium canvas prints are crafted with care using high-quality materials, ensuring a vivid and long-lasting display of this iconic Christmas moment. Order now and relive the magic of a traditional Victorian Christmas.
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.
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Serving Christmas Dinner at the Whitechapel Workhouse, London. Date: 1874" - This evocative photograph captures the spirit of Christmas celebration at the Whitechapel Workhouse during the 1870s in London. The image presents a heartwarming scene of holiday cheer amidst the stark realities of the 19th century workhouse system. The photograph shows a group of residents, mostly women and children, gathered around a long table adorned with festive decorations. A large turkey lies at the center of the table, surrounded by plates piled high with food, suggesting a special and generous meal. A cook in an apron stands at the head of the table, serving the dinner with a smile and a sense of pride. The room is filled with the warm glow of candles and fireplace, adding to the cozy and festive atmosphere. Despite the challenging living conditions that defined the workhouse system, this photograph offers a glimpse into the seasonal celebration that brought a sense of joy and community to its residents during the Christmas season. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the human spirit's ability to find hope and happiness even in the most difficult circumstances. The Whitechapel Workhouse, located in the East End of London, was one of the largest and most notorious workhouses in the city. It was established in the late 18th century as part of the English Poor Law Amendment Act of 1834, which aimed to provide a more efficient and cost-effective system for caring for the poor. However, the workhouse system was notorious for its harsh living conditions, including long hours of labor, meager rations, and strict discipline. The Christmas dinner depicted in this photograph offers a brief respite from the daily hardships faced by its residents. Overall, this photograph is a valuable historical record of the holiday season in a 19th century workhouse and offers a poignant reminder of the importance of community, hope, and the human spirit during the Christmas season.
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