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Canvas Print : Poor Law Guardians Offices, Birkenhead, Cheshire
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Poor Law Guardians Offices, Birkenhead, Cheshire
The administrative offices of the Birkenhead Poor Law Union, Conway Street, Birkenhead. Date: Date unknown
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Media ID 7190465
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12"x9" (30x23cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the captivating "Poor Law Guardians Offices, Birkenhead, Cheshire" canvas print from Media Storehouse, exclusively featuring an intriguing historical image sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative photograph transports us back in time to the administrative offices of the Birkenhead Poor Law Union, located on Conway Street in Birkenhead, Cheshire. The date of this fascinating image is unknown, adding to its allure and mystery. Bring the rich history of this era into your home or office with our premium canvas prints, meticulously crafted to bring out every detail of this captivating image. Our high-quality canvas material and vibrant colors ensure a stunning, gallery-worthy display. Elevate your interior décor with this unique and intriguing piece, sure to spark conversations and inspire curiosity.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 22.9cm (12" x 9")
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 somber atmosphere of the Poor Law Guardians Offices in Birkenhead, Cheshire, a testament to the social and economic realities of the Victorian era. The image, undated but believed to have been taken in the late 19th or early 20th century, depicts the imposing, stone-clad building at Conway Street, which served as the administrative hub of the Birkenhead Poor Law Union. The Poor Law Guardians were local officials responsible for overseeing the administration of the Poor Law, a system established in England and Wales in 1601 to provide relief for the destitute, able-bodied poor. The system was notoriously harsh, with workhouses serving as the last resort for those unable to support themselves. The photograph reveals a scene of order and efficiency, with clerks poring over papers at their desks and a sense of purposeful activity in the air. Yet, the cold, austere surroundings and the somber expressions on the faces of the people present serve as a stark reminder of the harsh conditions faced by those who sought assistance from the Poor Law. The workhouse system, which required paupers to live and work in exchange for relief, was a source of controversy and debate throughout the Victorian era. Critics argued that it perpetuated poverty and even created a culture of dependency, while supporters believed it was necessary to maintain social order and prevent the able-bodied poor from becoming a burden on society. This photograph offers a glimpse into a bygone era, shedding light on the complex and often controversial history of the Poor Law and the role of the Poor Law Guardians in the lives of the working poor in Victorian Britain.
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