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Fine Art Print : Park Hospital, Davyhulme, Manchester
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Park Hospital, Davyhulme, Manchester
Aerial view of the Park Hospital at Davyhulme, Manchester, originally opened in 1929 as the workhouse hospital for the Barton Upon Irwell Poor Law Union. Aneurin Bevan inaugurated the National Health Service here in 1948. It later became Trafford General Hospital. Date: circa 1933
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21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print of Park Hospital, Davyhulme, Manchester from Media Storehouse. This stunning aerial view, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, takes you back to 1929 when the hospital originally opened as the workhouse for the Barton Upon Irwell Poor Law Union. Add a touch of history and character to your home or office with this beautifully preserved image, now available as a Fine Art Print in our collection. Perfect for those who appreciate the rich history of Manchester and the UK's past.
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 53.3cm x 31.9cm (21" x 12.6")
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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In this aerial photograph, the imposing structure of Park Hospital in Davyhulme, Manchester stands proudly against the backdrop of the lush green landscape. Originally built in 1929 as the workhouse hospital for the Barton Upon Irwell Poor Law Union, this institution was a stark reminder of the social and economic realities of the time. The workhouse system, a product of the Elizabethan Poor Law of 1601, was designed to provide relief for the destitute and able-bodied poor in exchange for hard labor. The workhouse hospitals, like Park Hospital, were intended to be places of last resort, where those who could not support themselves were forced to live and work in harsh conditions. However, the image of Park Hospital captured in this photograph belies its past. The red-brick buildings, arranged in a symmetrical pattern, exude a sense of order and discipline, while the expansive grounds offer a glimpse of the tranquility that must have been a welcome respite for the patients. The arrival of the National Health Service (NHS) in 1948 brought about a significant transformation in the role and function of Park Hospital. Aneurin Bevan, the architect of the NHS, inaugurated the service here, marking the end of the workhouse era and the beginning of a new chapter in healthcare provision. Over the years, the hospital underwent several name changes, eventually becoming Trafford General Hospital in 1996. Today, it continues to serve the community as a modern healthcare facility, offering a wide range of services to the residents of Manchester and beyond. This photograph, taken circa 1933, offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, providing a poignant reminder of the evolution of healthcare provision and the indomitable human spirit that has shaped it.
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