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Photographic Print : Hospital of Stirling District Asylum (Bellsdyke Hospital), L
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Hospital of Stirling District Asylum (Bellsdyke Hospital), L
The Hospital section of Stirling District Asylum (later renamed Bellsdyke Hospital). Date: circa 1913
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Media ID 14250619
© Mary Evans/Peter Higginbotham Collection
Asylum Renamed Section Stirling
12"x8" Photo Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse collection of Photographic Prints, featuring this evocative image of the Hospital of Stirling District Asylum, circa 1913. This poignant photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a rare glimpse into the past of Bellsdyke Hospital's Hospital section. The image, taken around 1913, invites viewers to reflect on the history of mental health care and the stories of those who lived within its walls. Add this captivating piece to your decor, and bring a touch of historical intrigue to your space. With our high-quality prints, you can relive the past in vivid detail.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.4cm x 19.6cm (12" x 7.7")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 20.3cm (12" 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 evocative photograph captures the Hospital Section of Stirling District Asylum, later known as Bellsdyke Hospital, around the year 1913. The Asylum, located in Bellsdyke, Stirling, Scotland, was established in 1853 to provide care and support for individuals with mental health conditions and intellectual disabilities. The hospital was originally designed to accommodate 250 patients, but its population grew significantly over the years. The image shows a serene and orderly scene, with patients engaging in various activities within the hospital grounds. Some are seen tending to the garden, while others are gathered around a table, possibly for a group therapy session. The hospital buildings, with their red sandstone walls and tall, arched windows, loom in the background. The overall atmosphere is one of calm and structure, reflecting the therapeutic approach of the time. By the early 20th century, the Asylum had undergone several expansions to accommodate the increasing number of patients. The hospital's reputation for providing high-quality care and compassionate treatment attracted patients from all over Scotland and beyond. However, the conditions and treatments used at the time, while well-intentioned, were often harsh and ineffective by today's standards. Despite its challenges, the Hospital Section of Stirling District Asylum played a crucial role in the care and support of those with mental health conditions and intellectual disabilities during a time when such services were scarce. The photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the history and evolution of mental health care in Scotland.
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