Framed Print : Children with Rickets
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Children with Rickets
Children at a hospital in Carshalton are put in the sun to improve their condition which is caused by a deficiency of vitamin D
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Media ID 611321
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Ailments Carshalton Caused Condition Improve Rickets Vitamin Deficiency
22"x18" Modern Frame
Introducing the poignant and powerful "Children with Rickets" framed print from the Mary Evans Picture Library, now available in the Media Storehouse range. This evocative image captures a moment in time from a hospital in Carshalton, where children are being treated for rickets, a condition caused by a deficiency of vitamin D. The sun-drenched scene showcases the resilience and hope of these young patients as they receive essential treatment. Bring this historic photograph into your home or office and start a conversation about the importance of health and wellness. This framed print is a beautiful addition to any space, and its timeless appeal is sure to inspire and uplift. Order yours today from Media Storehouse and join the ongoing story of human history.
20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 45.7cm (20" x 18")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 45.7cm (22" x 18")
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 historical photograph, taken at a hospital in Carshalton, Surrey, England, circa 1920s, poignantly captures the daily struggle against rickets for a group of young patients. Rickets is a debilitating condition caused by a deficiency of vitamin D and calcium, leading to softening and weakening of bones, bowing of limbs, and skeletal deformities. At the time, the primary source of vitamin D was sunlight, and children with rickets were often kept in hospitals to be exposed to as much sunlight as possible. The photograph shows several children lying on beds or sitting in chairs, their bare legs and arms extended towards the sun, as they soak up the essential rays to help strengthen their bones and improve their condition. The scene is reminiscent of a somber yet hopeful moment in medical history, as these young patients await the healing power of the sun. The hospital staff, dressed in crisp white uniforms, attend to their needs with care and compassion. The sun, a symbol of hope and renewal, shines down on the children, casting long shadows and illuminating their faces with a gentle warmth. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the historical efforts to combat rickets and other vitamin deficiency-related ailments. Today, we have access to a wealth of knowledge and resources to prevent and treat such conditions, but it is essential to remember the struggles and triumphs of the past as we continue to strive for better health and wellbeing for all.
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