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Fine Art Print : Slum living conditions in the north west of England. 3rd April 1960
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Slum living conditions in the north west of England. 3rd April 1960
Cyril Maitland
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
England
DM M2753
Media ID 21860396
© Mirrorpix
1960 Alley Alleyway Back Ginnel House Poor Poverty Rooftops Slum Slums Backyard
20"x20" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into history with this poignant Fine Art Print from Memory Lane Prints. Witness the stark reality of slum living conditions in the north west of England, as captured by renowned photographer Cyril Maitland on 3rd April 1960. This powerful image is part of our Media Storehouse Fine Art Prints collection, which brings important moments in history into your home or office. Each print is meticulously produced using high-quality materials, ensuring vibrant colors and sharp details that bring the past to life. Add this evocative piece to your collection and start a conversation about the past, present, and future of social issues.
20x20 image printed on 26x26 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 50.8cm x 50.8cm (20" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 66cm (26" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photo print, taken by Cyril Maitland in the heart of England's north west on April 3rd, 1960, offers a poignant glimpse into the harsh reality of slum living conditions during that era. The image transports us to a narrow alleyway, known as a ginnel, where rows of dilapidated houses with worn-out rooftops stand as silent witnesses to the poverty-stricken lives led by its inhabitants. In this haunting scene, children can be seen playing amidst the backdrop of destitution. Their innocent faces betraying their resilience and determination to find joy even in such dire circumstances. A lone cat prowls through the backyards, perhaps seeking solace from an unforgiving world. Maitland's lens captures not only the physical decay but also serves as a powerful reminder of social inequality prevalent at that time. These crumbling dwellings symbolize much more than just bricks and mortar; they represent systemic neglect and societal failure. As we gaze upon this photograph today, it serves as both a historical document and a call for reflection. It compels us to acknowledge how far we have come in terms of housing standards while reminding us that there is still work to be done in eradicating poverty worldwide. Cyril Maitland's evocative snapshot freezes time for us all – urging empathy towards those who endured these slum conditions while inspiring action towards creating a fairer society for generations yet unborn.
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