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West meets East: well to do visitors to a slum dwelling
STC385337 West meets East: well to do visitors to a slum dwelling, illustration from Cassells Illustrated History of England (engraving) (sepia photo) by Bacon, John Henry Frederick (1868-1914); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23251538
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
1880s Charitable Charity Londoners Dying
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the intriguing intersection of cultures in this captivating fine art print from Media Storehouse, featuring the illustration "West meets East: well to do visitors to a slum dwelling" by Bridgeman Images from Fine Art Finder. This thought-provoking engraving, taken from Cassells Illustrated History of England, invites viewers to reflect on the complexities of cross-cultural interactions during a time when the Eastern and Western worlds began to intertwine. Add this evocative piece to your collection and bring a rich historical perspective to your home or office decor.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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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This print titled "West meets East: well to do visitors to a slum dwelling" transports us back in time to the 1880s, Victorian London. The sepia-toned image captures a poignant moment of compassion and social consciousness. In this scene, we see two well-to-do Londoners, likely from the upper class, visiting a poverty-stricken slum dwelling. The contrast between their refined appearance and the destitute surroundings is striking. They stand amidst dilapidated buildings with children playing nearby. The woman carries a basket filled with provisions, symbolizing their charitable intentions towards those less fortunate. A child clings onto her skirt, perhaps seeking comfort or hope in these challenging circumstances. Meanwhile, the man looks on solemnly as if contemplating the harsh realities faced by families living in such dire conditions. This illustration from Cassells Illustrated History of England serves as a powerful reminder of the immense disparity that existed during this era. It highlights both the desperate plight of impoverished families and the efforts made by compassionate individuals to alleviate suffering through acts of charity. As we gaze upon this thought-provoking image captured by John Henry Frederick Bacon, we are reminded that despite societal divisions and economic inequalities, humanity can still find common ground when it comes to empathy and compassion for our fellow beings.
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