Photographic Print : Children at Alexandra Orphanage, Haverstock Hill, London
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Children at Alexandra Orphanage, Haverstock Hill, London
Nursery children playing ring-a-roses at the Alexandra Orphanage on Maitland Park Road, Haverstock Hill, North London
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Alexandra Circle Haverstock Homes Maitland Nursery Orphan Orphanage Orphans Poverty Ring Roses Workhouse Workhouses
11"x8.5" Photo Print
Introducing the captivating "Children at Alexandra Orphanage, Haverstock Hill, London" photograph from the Media Storehouse range of Photographic Prints. This charming image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts a delightful moment of nursery children playing ring-a-roses at the Alexandra Orphanage on Maitland Park Road, Haverstock Hill, North London. Transport yourself back in time with this evocative and heartwarming print, perfect for adding character and history to your home or office space. Each print is professionally produced using high-quality materials, ensuring a vibrant and long-lasting display. Bring the enchantment of the past into your present with this beautiful photograph from Media Storehouse.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 27.9cm x 17.3cm (11" x 6.8")
Estimated Product Size is 27.9cm x 21.6cm (11" x 8.5")
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 a moment of joy and innocence amidst the harsh realities of poverty and institutional living at the Alexandra Orphanage on Haverstock Hill in North London. Established in 1874, the Alexandra Orphanage was one of many charitable institutions that provided shelter and care for children who had been abandoned, orphaned, or left destitute. The image shows a group of nursery children gathered in a circle, playing the traditional rhyme game of 'Ring-a-Rosies.' Their smiling faces and outstretched hands, clutching roses made from paper or cloth, belie the difficult circumstances that shaped their young lives. The setting of the photograph, with its narrow, cobblestone road and lush, green park in the background, offers a stark contrast to the austere, red-brick facade of the orphanage. The Alexandra Orphanage, located on Maitland Park Road, was part of a larger complex of workhouses and charitable institutions that dotted Haverstock Hill during the late Victorian era. These institutions, while well-intentioned, were often criticized for their harsh living conditions and the stigma attached to those who resided in them. Despite these challenges, the children at the Alexandra Orphanage were provided with a sense of community and a semblance of normalcy through activities like playing games and attending school. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the resilience and spirit of children, even in the most trying of circumstances. It also offers a glimpse into the historical context of child welfare and the complex social issues that shaped the lives of countless children in Victorian England.
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