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Photographic Print : Christmas Day in the Workhouse
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Christmas Day in the Workhouse
Illustration and opening verses of In the Workhouse: Christmas Day - better known as Christmas Day in the Workhouse, written by George R Sims in 1877. This sentimental poem about the supposed cruelties of the workhouse system became enormously popular. The scene depicts the fur-clad Union Guardians looking down on a table of workhouse inmates as their Christmas pudding is served
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1877 Clad Cruel Cruelty Difference Eating Guardian Guardians Homeless Homelessness Inequality Inmate Inmates Meal Pauper Paupers Poem Poor Poverty Privilege Privileged Pudding Rich Sentimental Served Sims System Unequal Verses Workhouse Workhouses Cruelties Upper
14"x11" Photo Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse range of Photographic Prints featuring the evocative image "Christmas Day in the Workhouse" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This powerful photograph brings to life the poignant verses of George R. Sims' classic 1877 poem, "In the Workhouse: Christmas Day." Experience the stark contrast between merriment and hardship as depicted in this evocative image, which captures the somber reality of Christmas Day in a Victorian workhouse. The intricate details and authenticity of the photograph make it an essential addition to any history or social studies collection. Bring this piece of historical significance into your home or classroom and ignite discussions about the past, social welfare, and the spirit of the holiday season. This beautiful photographic print is an excellent conversation starter and a unique way to explore the history of Christmas and the lives of those who lived in workhouses during the Victorian era. Invest in a piece of history and elevate your space with the "Christmas Day in the Workhouse" Photographic Print from Media Storehouse.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 23.2cm (14" x 9.1")
Estimated Product Size is 35.5cm x 27.9cm (14" x 11")
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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A Stark Contrast: Christmas Day in the Workhouse, 1905 - An Illustration of Inequality and Privilege This evocative illustration captures the stark contrast between the privileged and the less fortunate during the Christmas season of 1905. The scene unfolds in a workhouse, where the Union Guardians, dressed in fur-lined coats, look down upon the humble table set for the inmates. The Guardians, representatives of the middle and upper classes, have gathered to partake in the traditional Christmas pudding, a symbol of wealth and prosperity. Beneath their watchful gaze, the paupers, clad in tattered clothing, line up to receive their meager portion of the festive pudding. The scene is a poignant reminder of the unequal treatment meted out to the less fortunate during this season of giving. The gap between the rich and the poor, so vividly depicted in this illustration, was a stark reality of the Victorian and Edwardian eras. The image is taken from the opening verses of George R. Sims' popular poem, "Christmas Day in the Workhouse," first published in 1877. The poem, with its sentimental portrayal of the supposed cruelties of the workhouse system, became enormously popular and served to fuel public outrage against the inequalities of the time. The illustration and the poem together provide a powerful commentary on the social and economic divide that existed during this period, and serve as a reminder of the importance of empathy and compassion in addressing the issue of poverty and homelessness.
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