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New Years Eve in the Workhouse
An illustration by J Barnard Davis of New Years Eve in an unnamed workhouse. At Christmas time, workhouses were decorated and the inmates given treats. Here, elderly women in the dining hall are enjoying a festive meal with the Unions Guardians and Chaplain in attendance.
1897
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Media ID 7178893
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Attendance Barnard Chaplain Davis Dining Elderly Enjoying Festive Guardians Inmates Meal Pauper Treats Unions Unnamed Workhouse Workhouses Years
12"x9" (30x23cm) Canvas Print
"Celebrate the spirit of New Year's Eve with our stunning Canvas Print from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating illustration, titled "New Years Eve in the Workhouse," is taken from the Mary Evans/Peter Higginbotham Collection at Mary Evans Prints Online. The illustration by J. Barnard Davis depicts the unique and heartwarming tradition of decorating workhouses and treating inmates during the holiday season. Bring this piece of history into your home and add a touch of nostalgia and charm to your decor. Order now and create a timeless focal point in your living space."
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
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Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 22.9cm (12" x 9")
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
New Year's Eve in an Unnamed Workhouse: A Festive Gathering (1897) This evocative illustration by J. Barnard Davis captures the scene of New Year's Eve celebrations in an unnamed workhouse during the late 19th century. The workhouse, a last resort for the destitute and the elderly, was a place of harsh conditions and spartan living. However, during the festive season, the atmosphere would soften, and the inmates were treated to a brief respite from their daily struggles. As the clock ticked closer to midnight, the workhouse dining hall was transformed into a festive space, adorned with colorful decorations. Elderly women, dressed in their best, sat around long tables, their faces reflecting a sense of joy and contentment. The scene is further enlivened by the presence of the Union Guardians and the Chaplain, who were there to oversee the proceedings and ensure order. The women, many of whom were paupers, were enjoying a hearty meal, a rare treat during their stay at the workhouse. The warmth of the fireplace and the convivial atmosphere added to the sense of community and camaraderie. The New Year was a time for hope and renewal, and for these women, the simple pleasures of a festive meal and the company of their fellow inmates were enough to brighten their day. The illustration, from the Mary Evans/Peter Higginbotham Collection, offers a poignant reminder of the human spirit's ability to find joy even in the most challenging of circumstances. It also provides a glimpse into the past, offering a window into the lives of those who lived in workhouses during the Victorian era.
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