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Fine Art Print : Lancaster County Asylum, Quernmore Road, Lancaster
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Lancaster County Asylum, Quernmore Road, Lancaster
The Lancaster County Lunatic Asylum was established at Quernmore Road, Lancaster Moor in 1816. It later became Lancaster County Mental Hospital and after 1948 was renamed Lancaster Moor Hospital
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1816 1948 Asylum Brick Georgian Health Lancashire Lancaster Lunatic Mental Moor Poverty Psychiatric Workhouse Workhouses
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the past with our exquisite Fine Art Print of Lancaster County Asylum, Quernmore Road, Lancaster. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a glimpse into history with its depiction of the Lancaster County Lunatic Asylum, established in 1816. Once a vital institution for mental health care, this historic site later became Lancaster County Mental Hospital and, after 1948, Lancaster Moor Hospital. Bring the rich history and intrigue of this remarkable building into your home or office with our high-quality, museum-grade Fine Art Print. Perfect for history enthusiasts, art collectors, or anyone seeking to add a touch of the past to their 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.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This haunting print captures the imposing facade of the Lancaster County Asylum, located on Quernmore Road in Lancaster. Established in 1816 as the Lancaster County Lunatic Asylum, this historic institution later transformed into the Lancaster County Mental Hospital before being renamed Lancaster Moor Hospital in 1948.
The red brick Georgian architecture of the asylum stands as a stark reminder of a bygone era when mental health care was often synonymous with poverty and neglect. The building's austere exterior hints at the harsh conditions that patients may have endured within its walls.
Throughout its long history, this site has witnessed significant changes in psychiatric treatment and care. From its origins as a workhouse for those deemed "lunatic" to its evolution into a modern healthcare facility under the NHS, the Lancaster County Asylum has played a crucial role in shaping mental health services in Lancashire.
As we reflect on this image, we are reminded of the complex legacy of institutions like these - simultaneously serving as places of refuge and sources of stigma for those struggling with mental illness. This print serves as a poignant testament to both the progress made in mental health care and the challenges that still remain.
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