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Metal Print : Union Workhouse, Howden, East Yorkshire
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Union Workhouse, Howden, East Yorkshire
The Howden Union workhouse, erected in 1839 on Knedlington Road, Howden, East Yorkshire. A man, perhaps the master, stands on the doorstep while a workman stands on a ladder to clean windows. The site later became Howden Hospital
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1830s 1839 Clean Door Step Health Howden L Aw Ladder Master Poor Poverty Windows Workhouse Workhouses Workman 1927
16"x24" (61x41cm) Metal Print
Step back in time with our stunning Metal Print of Howden Union Workhouse from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you to the past with its intriguing scene of a man on the doorstep and a workman cleaning the windows in 1839. Our high-quality Metal Prints bring out the rich details and textures of this historic photograph, making it a beautiful addition to any room. Elevate your home decor with this unique and thought-provoking piece of history.
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.
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This evocative photograph captures a moment in time at the Union Workhouse in Howden, East Yorkshire, in 1927. The imposing Victorian building, erected in 1839 on Knedlington Road, once served as a place of last resort for the destitute and the poor. In this image, a man, believed to be the master or overseer, stands on the doorstep, watchfully observing a workman as he climbs a ladder to clean the windows. The workhouse, which later became Howden Hospital, was a stark reminder of the harsh realities of poverty and the law during the Victorian era. The Union Workhouse system, established under the Poor Law Amendment Act of 1834, aimed to provide a deterrent to able-bodied paupers, who were required to enter the workhouse in order to receive relief. Conditions within these institutions were often harsh and inhumane, with long hours of labor, meager rations, and strict discipline. As the 20th century approached, attitudes towards poverty and the provision of care began to shift. The workhouse system was gradually phased out, and institutions like Howden Hospital took on a more caring and therapeutic role. This photograph, taken in the 1920s, offers a glimpse into a bygone era, a time when the needs of the poor were viewed through a very different lens. The Union Workhouse in Howden stands as a testament to the complex history of poverty, housing, and care in East Yorkshire. Its imposing facade and intricate architectural details speak to a time when the line between care and punishment was blurred, and the needs of the most vulnerable members of society were met with a mixture of compassion and constraint.
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