Premium Framed Print : Church of England High School, Baker Street, London
Framed Photos from Mary Evans Picture Library
Church of England High School, Baker Street, London
Church of England High School, Baker Street, London -- Preparatory Hall.
circa 1905
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Media ID 14256720
© Mary Evans / Pharcide
Baker Chairs Classroom Clock Desk Desks Empty Pictures Platform Preparatory Secondary
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the essence of a bygone era, transporting us back in time to the Church of England High School on Baker Street in London during the early 1900s. The image, taken around 1905, depicts the Preparatory Hall, a grand and ornate space designed to inspire learning and discipline. The empty desks and chairs arranged in neat rows, each adorned with a small, individual picture, are a testament to the countless students who once filled this room, absorbing knowledge and preparing for their futures. The stage and platform at the front of the hall suggest that this was not just a regular classroom, but a space for assemblies, presentations, and perhaps even theatrical performances. The clock on the wall, with its ornate face and delicate hands, adds a sense of order and routine to the scene. The Church of England High School was an important institution in the community, providing secondary education to young girls during a time when such opportunities were not readily available to all. The Edwardian-era decor, with its intricate woodwork, stained glass windows, and ornate furnishings, reflects the attention to detail and commitment to excellence that characterized the school. This photograph is a precious reminder of a time when education was a cherished and transformative experience, and the Preparatory Hall at the Church of England High School on Baker Street stands as a symbol of the enduring power of knowledge and the importance of investing in the next generation.
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