Metal Print : Camberwell Central Home - The Newlands
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Camberwell Central Home - The Newlands
The Newlands in Peckham Rye was the central receiving home for pauper children run by the Camberwell poor law union. After an initial period at the home, children could be despatched to one of the unions scattered homes. The couple on the doorstep are probably the homes superintendent and matron Date: 1903
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16"x20" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Bring a piece of historical London into your home with our stunning Metal Print of Camberwell Central Home - The Newlands by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image showcases The Newlands in Peckham Rye, the central receiving home for pauper children run by the Camberwell poor law union. Each Metal Print from Media Storehouse is meticulously crafted, featuring vibrant colors and exceptional detail that truly bring the photograph to life. The sleek, modern metal design adds a unique and contemporary touch to any decor. Preserve a piece of London's rich history and add character to your space with this beautiful Metal Print.
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.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the entrance to Camberwell Central Home - The Newlands, a pauper children's receiving home located in Peckham Rye, run by the Camberwell Poor Law Union in 1903. The image portrays the homes superintendent and matron standing solemnly on the doorstep, welcoming or bidding farewell to a young child. At the time, the Newlands in Peckham Rye was a crucial part of the British workhouse system, designed to provide shelter, food, and basic education to children who had been abandoned, orphaned, or unable to support themselves. After an initial period at the central receiving home, children could be despatched to one of the unions scattered homes, where they were expected to learn a trade or domestic skills to prepare them for adulthood. The workhouse system, established under the Poor Law Amendment Act of 1834, aimed to reduce the burden on parishes by centralizing the care of the poor and providing a more efficient and cost-effective solution. However, the system was often criticized for its harsh conditions and the stigma attached to those who entered its doors. This photograph offers a glimpse into a pivotal moment in the lives of these children, as they embarked on a new journey, leaving their past behind and hoping for a brighter future. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the complex and often challenging circumstances that shaped the lives of the most vulnerable members of Victorian society.
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