Framed Print : India - Madras - Street Children
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India - Madras - Street Children
India - Madras - Street Children Date: circa 1910
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Media ID 7178577
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Kids Madras Poor Ragged Rags Urchins
18"x14" Modern Frame
Transform your space with a captivating piece from our Media Storehouse Framed Prints collection. This evocative image, titled "India - Madras - Street Children" (circa 1910), is a poignant glimpse into the past, showcasing the spirit and resilience of children in Madras, India. Sourced from the extensive archive of Mary Evans Prints Online, this rights-managed photograph adds depth and character to any room. Each print is meticulously framed with care, ensuring a stunning presentation that brings history and culture into your home.
16x12 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 26.1cm (16" x 10.3")
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 35.6cm (18" x 14")
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 stark reality of life for street children in Madras, India, circa 1910. The image presents a scene of poverty and hardship, with a group of ragged and barefoot children huddled together on a dusty street. Their clothing, or lack thereof, consists of tattered rags that barely cover their bodies, leaving them exposed to the elements. The children's expressions convey a sense of weariness and resignation, as if they have long since given up on the notion of a better life. Madras, now known as Chennai, was a bustling port city during the early 20th century, attracting immigrants from all corners of India and beyond. However, the city's rapid growth and industrialization came at a cost, with many children being left behind in the streets to fend for themselves. They would beg, scavenge, and work odd jobs to survive, often falling prey to exploitation and abuse. Despite the challenges they faced, these children formed tight-knit communities, relying on each other for support and companionship. They would play and laugh together, creating moments of joy amidst the hardships. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the resilience and strength of children, even in the most difficult of circumstances. The image also highlights the stark contrast between the haves and have-nots in Indian society during this period. While some prospered from the economic opportunities presented by the city, others were left to struggle for survival on the streets. This photograph offers a glimpse into a forgotten chapter of Indian history, shedding light on the plight of street children and the inequalities that persisted in the early 20th century.
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