Mouse Mat : Inmates of All Saints Workhouse, Hertford, England, grinding corn in Herbert s

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Inmates of All Saints Workhouse, Hertford, England, grinding corn in Herbert s

Inmates of All Saints Workhouse, Hertford, England, grinding corn in Herberts patent mill to produce flour for use in the workhouse. Able-bodied inmates had to carry out tasks necessary for the running of the institution. Engraving, London, 1836

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Media ID 9756529

© Universal History Archive/Universal Images Group

1836 Carry Corn Flour Grinding Herbert Institution Mill Nineteenth Century Patent Poor Poverty Produce Refuge Relief Running Saints Workhouse Hertford Inmates Tasks

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Standard Size Mouse Pad 7.75" x 9..25". High density Neoprene w linen surface. Easy to clean, stain resistant finish. Rounded corners.

Archive quality photographic print in a durable wipe clean mouse mat with non slip backing. Works with all computer mice

Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 23.7cm x 16.9cm (9.3" x 6.7")

Estimated Product Size is 23.7cm x 20.2cm (9.3" x 8")

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 engraving from 1836, captured by Universal Images Group (UIG), offers a glimpse into the harsh reality of life within the All Saints Workhouse in Hertford, England. In this poignant scene, we witness able-bodied inmates toiling away as they grind corn using Herbert's patent mill to produce flour for their own sustenance within the workhouse walls. The image speaks volumes about the prevailing poverty and destitution that plagued Britain during the nineteenth century. The relief etched on these individuals' faces reveals not only their physical exhaustion but also hints at a glimmer of hope for refuge within this institution. Inmates were compelled to carry out various tasks necessary for the smooth functioning of this establishment. This particular task involved grinding corn, a laborious process that demanded both strength and endurance. As they tirelessly worked together, each turn of the millstone symbolized their collective struggle against adversity. The engraving serves as a stark reminder of how societal structures failed those who found themselves trapped in poverty's clutches. It sheds light on an era when workhouses provided meager respite for those unable to support themselves outside its confines. Through this powerful visual narrative, UIG transports us back in time and compels us to reflect upon our shared history. It urges us not only to remember those who endured such hardships but also challenges us to confront present-day issues surrounding poverty and social inequality with compassion and empathy.

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