Fine Art Print : Parish Workhouse, Hooe, Sussex
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Parish Workhouse, Hooe, Sussex
The former parish workhouse at Hooe, located on Hooe Common, Sussex
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Media ID 4418038
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Common L Aw Parish Poor Poverty Workhouse Workhouses
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the haunting beauty of history with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image of Parish Workhouse at Hooe, Sussex, transport you back in time. Originally sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, this Rights Managed print showcases the intricate details and textures of this former workhouse, standing proudly on Hooe Common. Each print is meticulously produced using high-quality materials and techniques, ensuring a stunning and long-lasting addition to your home or office decor. Bring the rich history of Sussex into your space with our Fine Art Prints, and let the story of the past unfold before your eyes.
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 33.9cm (21" x 13.3")
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 the stark reality of life in the Parish Workhouse at Hooe Common, Sussex, in 1909. The image offers a glimpse into the past, providing a historical record of the social welfare system that existed during the Edwardian era in England. The Parish Workhouse was a place of last resort for those who were unable to support themselves, providing shelter, food, and basic care for the destitute, the elderly, and the infirm. The Union workhouse system, established under the Poor Law Amendment Act of 1834, aimed to deter able-bodied people from becoming dependent on parish relief by imposing harsh living conditions and labor requirements. In this photograph, we see the imposing and austere exterior of the Hooe Workhouse, with its high walls, barred windows, and forbidding entrance. The building's design reflects the institutional nature of the workhouse, with its uniformity and lack of individuality, reflecting the regimented and disciplined environment within. The image also reveals the stark contrast between the comforts of home and the harsh conditions of the workhouse. The residents of Hooe Workhouse would have lived in cramped and sparsely furnished dormitories, eating communal meals, and performing mandatory labor tasks as part of their daily routine. Despite the challenges and hardships faced by those who lived in the Parish Workhouse, it remains an important part of Sussex and English history. This photograph offers a poignant reminder of the social and economic conditions that existed during the Edwardian era and the role that institutions like the workhouse played in providing care and support for those in need.
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