Fine Art Print : Dormitory at a Girls Home
Fine Art Prints From Mary Evans Picture Library
Dormitory at a Girls Home
Older girls supervise the bedtime of younger ones at a girls home, possibly a Magdalen home, location unknown. Date: Date unknown
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 14134299
© Mary Evans/Peter Higginbotham Collection
Bedtime Magdalen Older Possibly Supervise Unknown Younger
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Introduce a touch of history and compassion into your home decor with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse. This evocative image, 'Dormitory at a Girls Home' by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures a poignant moment of older girls supervising bedtime at a girls home. The date and location of this photograph remain a mystery, adding to its intrigue. Let this timeless piece transport you back in time and inspire reflection and empathy. Order your Fine Art Print today and bring a piece of history into your living space.
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 33.4cm (21" x 13.1")
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
This evocative photograph captures a tender moment of sisterhood and care at a girls' home, likely a Magdalen Asylum, in an era long past. The image, undated, reveals older girls in simple, modest uniforms, gathered around a table, watching over their younger sisters as they prepare for bed. The atmosphere is calm and orderly, with the girls' neatly made beds lining the room's edges. Magdalen Homes, also known as Magdalen Asylums or Magdalen Laundries, were institutions established to provide shelter and care for 'fallen women' – those who had become pregnant out of wedlock or were otherwise perceived as moral outcasts. The homes were often run by religious orders and were notorious for their harsh living conditions and regimented routines. Despite the challenging circumstances, this photograph offers a glimpse into the more compassionate side of life within these walls. The older girls, with their watchful expressions and nurturing demeanor, embody the spirit of care and protection that was essential to the survival and well-being of the younger girls in their charge. The historical significance of this photograph lies in its portrayal of the complex and often misunderstood history of Magdalen Homes. While these institutions have been criticized for their punitive and stigmatizing practices, moments like this one remind us of the human connections and acts of kindness that also took place within their walls. This poignant image invites us to reflect on the resilience and strength of the women and girls who lived in these homes and the enduring power of sisterhood and care in the face of adversity.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Basket.
