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Mammons Rents, 1883
Mammons Rents, 1883. The housing conditions of a poor labouring family, partly caused by high rents. Landlords were making up to 50% on their investments in already condemned properties. A well-fed and warmly clothed rent collector demands payment from the tenants of miserable dwelling. Landlords were making up to 50% on their investments in already condemned properties. Cartoon from Punch. (London, November 1883)
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Media ID 14843807
© Ann Ronan Picture Library / Heritage-Images
Exploitation Hardship Housing Misery Rent Social Class Social Ills Tenant Welfare Working Class Ann Ronan Pictures Squalor
16"x20" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Transform your space with a powerful statement from the past. Our Media Storehouse Metal Prints present "Mammons Rents, 1883" by Unknown, an evocative image from Heritage Images. This photograph offers a poignant glimpse into history, depicting the living conditions of a struggling laboring family during a time when landlords charged exorbitant rents, earning up to 50% returns on their investments in condemned properties. Bring this thought-provoking piece into your home or office to spark conversation and inspire reflection. Our high-quality Metal Prints are known for their vibrant colors, rich detail, and long-lasting durability. Order yours today and make a lasting impact.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 51.4cm x 41.2cm (20.2" x 16.2")
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 powerful print titled "Mammons Rents, 1883" captures the harsh reality of housing conditions for a poor labouring family during the Victorian era in England. The image depicts a well-fed and warmly clothed rent collector demanding payment from tenants residing in a miserable dwelling. It sheds light on the exploitation faced by impoverished individuals as landlords made exorbitant profits of up to 50% on their investments in already condemned properties. The cartoon, originally published in Punch magazine, serves as a scathing satire highlighting the social ills and hardships endured by the working class. Poverty-stricken women, men, and children are shown trapped within this cycle of misery caused by high rents and inadequate living conditions. This thought-provoking engraving offers insight into the stark contrast between different social classes prevalent during the 19th century. It symbolizes not only the struggles faced by those living in squalor but also exposes how wealthier individuals profited off their misfortune. The image invites us to reflect upon issues such as poverty, exploitation, and welfare systems that were prevalent at that time. It serves as a reminder of how far society has come since then while also urging us to address ongoing challenges related to affordable housing and income inequality today.
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