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Photographic Print : Poplar Workhouse, East London
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Poplar Workhouse, East London
A side view of one of the blocks of the Poplar Union workhouse, located on Poplar High Street, East London
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Depressing Grim Homeless Homelessness Institution Institutional L Aw Legislation Pauper Paupers Poor Poplar Poverty Windows Workhouse Workhouses 1902
14"x11" Photo Print
Discover the rich history of East London with our exquisite selection of photographic prints from Media Storehouse. This stunning image, "Poplar Workhouse, East London" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a captivating glimpse into the past. The side view of one of the blocks of the Poplar Union workhouse, located on Poplar High Street, transports you back in time, painting a vivid picture of the area's industrial heritage. Each print is produced using premium quality materials, ensuring that the intricate details and vibrant colors of this iconic image are preserved for years to come. Add this unique piece to your collection and adorn your walls with a piece of history.
Photo prints are produced on Kodak professional photo paper resulting in timeless and breath-taking prints which are also ideal for framing. The colors produced are rich and vivid, with accurate blacks and pristine whites, resulting in prints that are truly timeless and magnificent. Whether you're looking to display your prints in your home, office, or gallery, our range of photographic prints are sure to impress. Dimensions refers to the size of the paper in inches.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 24.9cm (14" x 9.8")
Estimated Product Size is 35.5cm x 27.9cm (14" x 11")
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.
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This haunting side view of one of the blocks at Poplar Union Workhouse, located on Poplar High Street in East London, offers a glimpse into the grim reality of poverty and homelessness during the 19th and early 20th centuries. The Poplar Union Workhouse, an institutional building designed to house and provide for the city's paupers, was a product of Victorian and Edwardian legislation that aimed to address the increasing numbers of destitute people in urban areas. The image, taken in 1902, reveals a dark and imposing structure with high, narrow windows that appear to offer little respite from the harsh conditions inside. The pavement in front of the workhouse is filled with the detritus of daily life, while the worn-down road leading to the institution speaks to the heavy foot traffic it once received. The Poplar Union Workhouse was just one of many workhouses that dotted the urban landscape during this period, serving as a reminder of the harsh realities of poverty and the institutionalized response to it. The building's architecture, with its stark lines and utilitarian design, reflects the depressing conditions that its residents endured. Despite its historical significance, the Poplar Union Workhouse stands as a depressing reminder of a time when poverty and homelessness were more prevalent and less understood. Today, the building, like so many others of its kind, has been reclaimed by history, serving as a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the progress we have made in addressing the complex issue of poverty and homelessness.
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