Metal Print : Dormitory at a Girls Home
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Dormitory at a Girls Home
Older girls supervise the bedtime of younger ones at a girls home, possibly a Magdalen home, location unknown. Date: Date unknown
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Media ID 14134299
© Mary Evans/Peter Higginbotham Collection
Bedtime Magdalen Older Possibly Supervise Unknown Younger
16"x24" (61x41cm) Metal Print
Bring the heartwarming story of sisterhood and care to your home with our Media Storehouse Metal Print of 'Dormitory at a Girls Home.' This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the tender moment of older girls supervising bedtime at a girls' home. The vintage feel of this rights-managed photograph adds a touch of history and nostalgia, making it a unique and inspiring addition to any wall. Our high-quality metal prints are not only stunning to look at but also durable and long-lasting. Order yours today and let this image serve as a daily reminder of the power of compassion and love.
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 Product Size is 61.5cm x 41.2cm (24.2" 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 a tender moment of sisterhood and care at a girls' home, likely a Magdalen Asylum, in an era long past. The image, undated, reveals older girls in simple, modest uniforms, gathered around a table, watching over their younger sisters as they prepare for bed. The atmosphere is calm and orderly, with the girls' neatly made beds lining the room's edges. Magdalen Homes, also known as Magdalen Asylums or Magdalen Laundries, were institutions established to provide shelter and care for 'fallen women' – those who had become pregnant out of wedlock or were otherwise perceived as moral outcasts. The homes were often run by religious orders and were notorious for their harsh living conditions and regimented routines. Despite the challenging circumstances, this photograph offers a glimpse into the more compassionate side of life within these walls. The older girls, with their watchful expressions and nurturing demeanor, embody the spirit of care and protection that was essential to the survival and well-being of the younger girls in their charge. The historical significance of this photograph lies in its portrayal of the complex and often misunderstood history of Magdalen Homes. While these institutions have been criticized for their punitive and stigmatizing practices, moments like this one remind us of the human connections and acts of kindness that also took place within their walls. This poignant image invites us to reflect on the resilience and strength of the women and girls who lived in these homes and the enduring power of sisterhood and care in the face of adversity.
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