Fine Art Print : Aston Union Cottage Homes, Erdington, West Midlands
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Aston Union Cottage Homes, Erdington, West Midlands
The entrance to Aston Unions cottage homes, opened in 1899 at Erdington, Birmingham, West Midlands. The homes housed pauper children away from the main workhouse which occupied an adjacent site. As well as the childrens cottages, the homes included a school, infirmary, chapel, swimming bath, and workshops
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Media ID 4470337
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1899 Aston Bath Birmingham Chapel Cottage Erdington Gates Homes Infirmary L Aw Midlands Pauper Poor Poverty Railings Swimming Workhouse Workhouses Workshops
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into history with our exquisite Fine Art Print of Aston Union Cottage Homes by Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image transports you back in time to 1899, showcasing the entrance to the Erdington, Birmingham, West Midlands cottage homes. Originally built to house pauper children away from the main workhouse, these charming cottages now serve as a poignant reminder of the past. Add character and depth to your space with this beautifully detailed, rights managed print, perfect for history enthusiasts and those who appreciate the richness of our collective heritage.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 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 53.3cm x 33.1cm (21" x 13")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
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
"Step into the past with this evocative image of the entrance to Aston Union Cottages in Erdington, Birmingham, West Midlands. This photograph, taken in 1909, offers a glimpse into the history of poverty and social welfare in this industrial era. The Aston Union Cottages were established in 1899 as an alternative to the overcrowded and often inhumane conditions of the adjacent workhouse. The cottages provided a home for pauper children, offering them a separate and more nurturing environment. The image reveals the grandeur of the entrance, with its ornate gates, railings, and stonework. The children's homes were designed to be more like cottages than the institutional workhouses of the time, with each cottage accommodating around 20 children. The complex included a school, infirmary, chapel, swimming bath, and workshops, providing the children with a comprehensive education and training for a better future. The Victorian and Edwardian eras saw a significant shift in the way society dealt with poverty and the care of the poor. The establishment of the Aston Union Cottages was part of this movement towards more humane and effective solutions to the challenges of the time. The image captures the essence of this historical moment, offering a poignant reminder of the past and the progress we have made since then." This photograph is a valuable historical record of the Aston Union Cottages, a testament to the social and cultural history of Erdington, Birmingham, and the West Midlands. It is a reminder of the challenges faced by society during the 1890s and the innovative solutions that emerged to address them. The image invites us to reflect on the past and the lessons we can learn from it, as we continue to strive for a more compassionate and equitable society.
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