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Fine Art Print : 1930s Slum dwellings at St Pancras, London
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1930s Slum dwellings at St Pancras, London
Slum housing in St Pancras shortly before its demolition. Date: circa 1936
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Demolition Pancras Pauper Shortly Slum Workhouse
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring this evocative image of 1930s slum dwellings at St Pancras, London. Captured shortly before their demolition, this poignant photograph offers a glimpse into a bygone era. Rights Managed through Mary Evans Prints Online, this print makes a stunning addition to any home or office, igniting conversations and inspiring reflection on the past. Bring history into your space with this beautiful and thought-provoking piece.
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.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative photograph captures the grim reality of slum housing in the St Pancras area of London during the 1930s. The image, taken circa 1936, provides a stark contrast to the modern, bustling district that exists today. The cramped and dilapidated buildings, with their peeling paint and broken windows, offer a glimpse into the living conditions of the impoverished community that once resided there. The area around St Pancras was notorious for its overcrowded and unsanitary housing, with many families living in single rooms that were barely larger than a bedroom. The lack of basic amenities, such as running water and indoor toilets, made life a daily struggle for the residents. The presence of the nearby workhouse only added to the sense of despair and hopelessness that pervaded the community. Despite the hardships faced by the residents, there is a sense of community and resilience in the photograph. Children play in the streets, and adults can be seen going about their daily tasks, despite the harsh conditions. However, the writing was on the wall, and the demolition of these slums was imminent. The British government, under the leadership of Neville Chamberlain, had launched a major slum clearance programme, and St Pancras was one of the areas earmarked for redevelopment. The residents were eventually rehoused in new council estates, but the memories of the old slums lived on. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of a time when poverty and hardship were a daily reality for many Londoners. It also highlights the importance of social housing and the need to ensure that everyone has access to safe and affordable housing, regardless of their circumstances.
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