Photographic Print : House of Mercy, West Yorkshire - Hospital and Chapel
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House of Mercy, West Yorkshire - Hospital and Chapel
Hospital and chapel at the Horbury House of Mercy, a home for penitent fallen women. Date: early 1900s
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Media ID 14405624
© Mary Evans/Peter Higginbotham Collection
Chapel Fallen Horbury Mercy Penitent Services Welfare
11"x8.5" Photo Print
Bring the history of the House of Mercy in West Yorkshire into your home with our exquisite photographic print from Media Storehouse. This evocative image, captured in the early 1900s, showcases the unique architecture of the Hospital and Chapel at Horbury House of Mercy, a home for penitent fallen women. The intricate details of the Gothic Revival style building are beautifully preserved in this rights-managed print from Mary Evans Prints Online. A must-have for history enthusiasts and those who appreciate the beauty of architectural photography.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 27.9cm x 17.5cm (11" x 6.9")
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 the House of Mercy in Horbury, West Yorkshire, a home for penitent fallen women, during the early 1900s. The image showcases the imposing yet compassionate appearance of the house, with its grand facade and meticulously tended gardens. The House of Mercy was an essential welfare and social care service, providing a safe haven for women who had fallen on hard times, often as a result of poverty, unemployment, or unplanned pregnancies. The photograph reveals the close connection between the hospital and chapel, which were integral components of the House of Mercy's mission. The hospital offered medical care and support to the women, while the chapel provided spiritual guidance and solace. The chapel's Gothic Revival architecture, with its pointed arches, stained glass windows, and intricate stonework, reflects the religious and moral underpinnings of the institution. The House of Mercy was part of a larger network of similar institutions that emerged in Britain during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, responding to the social and moral concerns of the time. These homes aimed to offer women a second chance at a respectable life, helping them to regain their dignity and independence through education, training, and employment opportunities. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, providing a poignant reminder of the vital role that such institutions played in the lives of countless women during a time of great social and economic upheaval. The image invites us to reflect on the enduring importance of compassionate care and support for those in need, particularly for women who faced unique challenges in a patriarchal society.
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