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Premium Framed Print : Waiting for admission to St Marylebone Workhouse, Luxborough Street, London, c1901 (1903)
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Waiting for admission to St Marylebone Workhouse, Luxborough Street, London, c1901 (1903)
Waiting for admission to St Marylebone Workhouse, Luxborough Street, London, c1901 (1903). From Living London, Vol. II, by George R. Sims. [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris, New York & Melbourne, 1903]. (Colorised black and white print)
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Media ID 14980127
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Colorised Colourised Destitute George R Sims George Robert George Robert Sims George Sims Hardship Line Up Lined Up Misery Queue Queuing Sims St Marylebone Waiting Workhouse City Of Westminster
14"x18" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x12" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.4cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 45.8cm x 35.6cm (18" x 14")
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 colorized print captures a poignant scene outside the St Marylebone Workhouse on Luxborough Street in London, circa 1901. The image, taken from George R. Sims' Living London series, offers a glimpse into the harsh realities faced by the impoverished residents of early 20th-century Britain. In this snapshot of history, we see a long queue of men and women patiently waiting for admission to the workhouse. Their expressions reveal a mix of weariness and desperation as they stand along the crowded street. Despite their hardships, there is an air of resilience among these individuals who have come seeking refuge within its walls. The vibrant colors breathe new life into this photograph, allowing us to better connect with those captured in time. The faded hues highlight not only their physical struggles but also evoke emotions tied to poverty and destitution. As we observe this somber gathering outside the workhouse entrance, it serves as a stark reminder of the social inequalities that plagued Victorian society. This image transports us back to an era where hardship was commonplace for many living in bustling cities like London. Through this colorized lens, we are compelled to reflect upon our own privileges while acknowledging the resilience exhibited by those facing adversity head-on. It stands as both a historical document and a testament to human strength amidst challenging circumstances – reminding us never to take our own fortunes for granted.
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