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Fine Art Print : The Gullet, Stafford Street, Birmingham
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The Gullet, Stafford Street, Birmingham
Under the Artisans and Labourers dwellings Improvement Act, 1875, slum areas like the gullet were cleared and improved. Date: 16 December 1876
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Media ID 14113992
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
1875 1876 Areas Artisans Birmingham Cleared Dwellings Improved Improvement Labourers Slum Stafford December Gullet
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the past with our exquisite Fine Art Print of 'The Gullet, Stafford Street, Birmingham' by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image offers a glimpse into Birmingham's history, showcasing the living conditions of the artisans and labourers' dwellings before the 1875 Improvement Act. Transport yourself back in time with this stunning, high-quality print, perfect for adding character and depth to any room in your home or office. A must-have for history enthusiasts and art collectors alike.
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.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 53.3cm (14" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
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 image captures the before-and-after transformation of The Gullet, a notorious slum area on Stafford Street in Birmingham, England. The photograph on the left, taken on December 16, 1876, shows the cramped and unsanitary living conditions that once prevailed in these densely populated quarters. The narrow, winding alleyway, aptly named 'The Gullet,' was typical of the overcrowded and unsanitary housing conditions that existed in the city's poorest districts. The scene on the right, also taken on December 16, 1876, reveals the remarkable progress made following the implementation of the Artisans and Labourers Dwellings Improvement Act of 1875. The Act, which aimed to improve living conditions for the working class, provided for the clearance and redevelopment of slum areas like The Gullet. This photo shows the newly constructed, well-lit, and spacious housing units that replaced the cramped and unsanitary dwellings. The improvement of The Gullet and other slum areas in Birmingham marked a significant turning point in the city's history. The Act not only led to the eradication of unhealthy living conditions but also contributed to the overall improvement of public health and the quality of life for the working class. This photograph serves as a powerful reminder of the social and historical significance of this important legislation and the impact it had on the lives of countless people in Birmingham and beyond.
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