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Fine Art Print : Homeless one legged man begging for change, in South Wales
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Homeless one legged man begging for change, in South Wales
Homeless one legged man begging for change, in South Wales.
Picture taken circa 1st February 1900
Unknown
Wales
Media ID 21687559
© Mirrorpix
1900 1900s Begging Disabled Homeless Poor Poster Poverty Scruffy Social Victorian One Leg One Legged Tintern
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the raw emotion and poignant reality of the past with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Memory Lane Prints. This evocative image captures the resilience of a one-legged homeless man, begging for change on the streets of South Wales. Taken circa 1900, this rare and poignant photograph offers a glimpse into history, inviting reflection on the human condition and the enduring spirit of perseverance. Add this captivating piece to your collection and bring the stories of the past into your home.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 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 50.8cm x 36.7cm (20" x 14.4")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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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This poignant print captures a heart-wrenching scene from the early 20th century in South Wales. Taken around February 1st, 1900, it portrays a homeless one-legged man desperately begging for change on the streets of Porthcawl. The image serves as a stark reminder of the harsh realities faced by those living in poverty during this era. The man's disability is evident, his lone leg serving as a symbol of both physical and societal challenges he must overcome daily. His scruffy appearance reflects the destitution that plagues him and many others like him at that time. With no known identity attached to this photograph, it becomes even more significant as an anonymous representation of countless individuals who struggled to survive amidst extreme hardship. Set against the backdrop of Tintern's Victorian architecture, this street scene encapsulates the social disparities prevalent during this period. It serves as a powerful historical document shedding light on issues such as homelessness and poverty that continue to persist today. Memory Lane Prints brings us closer to our past through evocative images like these, reminding us not only of where we've been but also how far we still have to go in addressing societal inequalities.
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