Fine Art Print : Union Workhouse, Williton, Somerset
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Union Workhouse, Williton, Somerset
The Williton Union workhouse, opened in 1840 on Long Street, Williton, Somerset. The building was designed by George Gilbert Scott and William Bonython Moffatt. The site later became Williton Hospital
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Media ID 4419159
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1840 1840s Bonython Gilbert Health L Aw Moffatt Poor Poverty Scott Somerset Workhouse Workhouses Will I Am Williton
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the rich history of England's past with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image of Williton Union Workhouse, captured by Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the intricate architectural details of this historic building designed by George Gilbert Scott and William Bonython Moffatt. Add a touch of timeless elegance to your home or office with this beautifully printed, high-quality art piece. Our Fine Art Prints are not only stunning additions to any space but also valuable investments in preserving history. Order yours today and bring a piece of the past into your present.
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 31.1cm (21" x 12.2")
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 imposing presence of the Union Workhouse in Williton, Somerset, built in 1840. Designed by renowned architects George Gilbert Scott and William Bonython Moffatt, the building was a symbol of the Victorian welfare system, established to provide shelter, food, and work for the destitute and the poor. The Union Workhouse on Long Street was one of many such institutions that emerged during the 1830s and 1840s as part of the English Poor Law Amendment Act. The image reveals a somber and austere facade, with its high, arched windows and intricate stonework, reflecting the harsh realities of life for those who sought refuge within its walls. The workhouse was a place of last resort for the impoverished, where inmates were expected to work in return for their keep, often in laborious and demeaning tasks. The building later served as Williton Hospital, providing medical care and health services to the community. The Union Workhouse in Williton stands as a poignant reminder of a bygone era, when the welfare system was vastly different from the one we know today. The photograph invites us to reflect on the historical significance of this once-controversial institution and the societal changes that have taken place since its establishment in the 1840s.
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