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Homeless tenants evicted from condemned houses on Leather Lane, Holborn, London, 1891 (engraving)
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Homeless tenants evicted from condemned houses on Leather Lane, Holborn, London, 1891 (engraving)
5216804 Homeless tenants evicted from condemned houses on Leather Lane, Holborn, London, 1891 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Homeless tenants evicted from condemned houses on Leather Lane, Holborn, London, 1891. Illustration for The Daily Graphic, 24 December 1891.); © Look and Learn
Media ID 22597194
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Brazier Condemned Down And Out Evicted Eviction Hardship Holborn Homeless Homelessness Penury Poors Precarious Precariousness Semi Homeless Slums Tenants Leather Lane
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This engraving from 1891 depicts the heartbreaking scene of homeless tenants being evicted from condemned houses on Leather Lane, Holborn, London. The image showcases the harsh reality faced by many families during the late 19th century in Britain. The despair and destitution are palpable as men, women, and children huddle together in the cold street. Their faces reflect a mixture of sadness, fear, and uncertainty about their future. The Victorian era was known for its stark social inequalities, with poverty affecting countless individuals who struggled to find shelter and provide for their loved ones. In this poignant illustration for The Daily Graphic newspaper on Christmas Eve of that year, we witness not only the physical hardship endured by these unfortunate souls but also the emotional toll it takes on them. A brazier burns nearby in an attempt to bring some warmth amidst the chilling winter air. Leather Lane itself is depicted as a slum area filled with dilapidated housing unfit for habitation. As these tenants are forcibly removed from their homes due to condemnation orders, they join the ranks of London's growing homeless population. This powerful image serves as a reminder of our collective responsibility to address homelessness and poverty within our society. It sheds light on a dark chapter in British history while urging us to strive for compassion and empathy towards those less fortunate than ourselves.
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