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Framed Print : Parish Workhouse, Brenchley, Kent
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Parish Workhouse, Brenchley, Kent
A large timber framed building that once served as the Brenchley parish workhouse. It is believed to have opened in 1732
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22"x18" Modern Frame
Introduce a piece of historical charm to your home with our Framed Print of the Parish Workhouse in Brenchley, Kent. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the grand timber-framed building that once served as the local workhouse, believed to have opened in 1732. Each print is meticulously framed to preserve its authenticity and enhance its visual appeal, making it a unique addition to any room. Bring a touch of the past into your modern living space with this intriguing piece of history.
20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 45.7cm (20" x 18")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 45.7cm (22" x 18")
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 historic Parish Workhouse in Brenchley, Kent, a large timber-framed building that once stood as a shelter and place of last resort for the destitute and homeless during the 18th, 19th, and early 20th centuries. Believed to have opened in 1732, this building bears witness to the harsh realities of poverty and homelessness that were prevalent during this period. The legislation enacted during the 16th and 17th centuries, such as the Elizabethan Poor Law of 1601, mandated that parishes provide housing, food, and other essentials for the impoverished members of their communities. The Parish Workhouse served as a crucial institution in implementing these laws, providing a roof over the heads of paupers and offering them a chance to work in exchange for their keep. The picturesque image of the Parish Workhouse, with its tall chimneys and intricate timber framing, belies the challenging living conditions that its residents endured. The building's grandeur is a stark contrast to the poverty and hardships experienced by those who sought refuge within its walls. As we gaze upon this photograph, taken in the early 1910s, we are transported back in time to an era when the social fabric of society was woven together by the interconnected threads of law, community, and survival. The Parish Workhouse in Brenchley, Kent, stands as a poignant reminder of the past and the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity.
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