Fine Art Print : Sir Ralph Pendlebury Orphanage, Stockport
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Sir Ralph Pendlebury Orphanage, Stockport
A view of the orphanage in Stockport founded in 1882 through a legacy from local mill owner Sir Ralph Pendlebury
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Media ID 14250543
© Mary Evans/Peter Higginbotham Collection
1882 Carehome Founded Legacy Mill Orphanage Orphans Ralph Services Stockport Welfare Childrens Owner Pendlebury
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the past with our exquisite Fine Art Print of Sir Ralph Pendlebury Orphanage in Stockport, available through Media Storehouse in partnership with Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative image transports you back in time to 1882, when the orphanage was founded through a generous legacy from local mill owner, Sir Ralph Pendlebury. The intricate architectural details and the sense of history that emanates from this photograph make it a stunning addition to any home or office. Bring a piece of the past into your present with our high-quality Fine Art Prints, expertly printed on museum-grade paper to ensure lasting beauty and vibrancy.
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 33.7cm x 53.3cm (13.3" 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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Sir Ralph Pendlebury Orphanage, Stockport: A Haven for Children in Need (1882) This evocative photograph offers a glimpse into the past of Sir Ralph Pendlebury Orphanage in Stockport, a place of refuge and care for children in need since its founding in 1882. The orphanage, nestled amidst the rolling hills and verdant landscapes of Stockport, was made possible through the generous legacy of Sir Ralph Pendlebury, a local mill owner. Sir Ralph, a man of great compassion and philanthropy, recognized the need for a children's home in his community and dedicated a significant portion of his wealth to its establishment. The orphanage, which opened its doors in 1882, was designed to provide a safe and nurturing environment for children who had been orphaned, abandoned, or left destitute. The photograph captures the essence of the orphanage, with its red-brick facade, tall chimneys, and expansive grounds. The children, dressed in their Sunday best, can be seen playing and laughing in the foreground, while the older children can be seen working in the background, perhaps in the gardens or the workshops. The Sir Ralph Pendlebury Orphanage was a pioneering institution in its time, providing essential care and services to children in need. Its legacy continues to inspire and inform the welfare and social services sector, reminding us of the importance of compassion, care, and community in times of hardship and adversity.
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