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St Marylebone Workhouse Inmates
Aged male inmates of Londons St Marylebone workhouse sit in their airing yard, chatting, reading newspapers and smoking pipes. Date: circa 1905
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Media ID 23452612
© Mary Evans/Peter Higginbotham Collection
Aged Airing Bench Benches Bowler Chatting Elderly Inmate Inmates Londons Marylebone Newspaper Newspapers Pipe Pipes Read Reads Sits Smokers Smokes Socialising Workhouse Workhouses Yard
Large Photo Mug (15 oz)
Bring history to life with our Media Storehouse Photo Mugs. This unique mug features an intriguing image of St Marylebone Workhouse inmates from Mary Evans Picture Library, captured in circa 1905. Witness the camaraderie of the aged male inmates as they chat, read newspapers, and smoke pipes in the airing yard. Each sip from this mug transports you back in time, making it a perfect gift for history enthusiasts or a delightful addition to your own collection. Emblazoned with high-quality prints and designed to hold your favorite beverage, our Photo Mugs are not just functional, but also a conversation starter. Order yours today and savor the past with every sip.
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Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
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This evocative photograph captures a moment of respite for the aged male inmates of London's St Marylebone Workhouse, as they gather in the airing yard, engaging in social activities that bring a semblance of normalcy to their daily lives. The workhouse, located in the heart of London, was a place of last resort for the destitute and the elderly, who were unable to support themselves. In this image, we see a group of men, dressed in ragged clothing, sitting on benches, deep in conversation, while others read newspapers or smoke their pipes. The men's expressions convey a sense of camaraderie and companionship, as they find solace in each other's company. The scene is further enhanced by the presence of bowler hats, which were a common accessory for working-class men during this period. The airing yard, with its open windows and natural light, offers a brief reprieve from the cramped and often unsanitary conditions of the workhouse. This photograph provides a poignant glimpse into the social and living conditions of London's elderly and impoverished population during the early 1900s.
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