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Framed Print : Hackney Union Workhouse, Homerton, London
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Hackney Union Workhouse, Homerton, London
Infirmary ward blocks at Hackney Union workhouse on Homerton High Street. Pedestrians and a horse and cart pass along the adjacent street. Date: 1905
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Adjacent Blocks Hackney Homerton Infirmary Pass Pauper Pedestrians Ward Workhouse
22"x18" Modern Frame
Introducing the Media Storehouse Framed Print of "Hackney Union Workhouse, Homerton, London" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating vintage photograph, taken in 1905, offers a glimpse into the past with its image of the infirmary ward blocks at Hackney Union Workhouse. The scene is bustling with activity as pedestrians pass by and a horse and cart make their way along the adjacent street. Add this historical piece to your home or office décor and transport yourself back in time. With high-quality printing and elegant framing, this framed print is sure to become a conversation starter and a cherished addition to any space.
20x16 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.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 45.7cm (20" x 18")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 45.7cm (22" x 18")
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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1. Title: A Glimpse into the Past: Hackney Union Workhouse, Homerton, London - 1905 This evocative photograph captures the infirmary ward blocks of the Hackney Union Workhouse on Homerton High Street in London, as they stood in 1905. The image offers a poignant glimpse into the past, revealing the daily life and surroundings of the paupers who sought refuge within its walls. The workhouse, a symbol of the Victorian welfare system, was designed to provide shelter, food, and care for the destitute, the elderly, and the infirm. The infirmary ward blocks, with their long, narrow windows, housed the sick and the injured, offering them a place to recover before returning to the workhouse's communal living quarters. In the foreground, a horse and cart make their way along the adjacent street, while pedestrians, dressed in the fashion of the era, pass by. The horse, with its harness and reins, appears calm and obedient, contrasting with the bustling activity of the people and the clatter of the cart's wheels on the cobblestones. The image offers a poignant reminder of the past, when the workhouse was a vital part of the social fabric, providing a safety net for those in need. Today, the site of the Hackney Union Workhouse has been transformed, with many of the original buildings repurposed or demolished. This photograph, however, serves as an enduring testament to the history and resilience of the community that once called it home. The photograph, taken in 1905, is a valuable historical record, offering insight into the daily life of the workhouse and the people it served. It is a poignant reminder of the past, and a testament to the enduring spirit of the community that once thrived in this part of London.
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