Jigsaw Puzzle : Sunday at the Foundling Hospital
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Sunday at the Foundling Hospital
This is a scene on sunday at the Foundling Hospital where orphans are sitting down to a meal on long tables and being served by young women in aprons and caps. In the foreground, wealthy looking patrons appear to be witnessing the scene
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1872 Aprons Caps Foreground Foundling Meal Orphans Patrons Served Sunday Tables Wealthy Witnessing December
Jigsaw Puzzle (252 Pieces)
Step into the past with our captivating 'Sunday at the Foundling Hospital' jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse. This intriguing puzzle, featuring an image from Rights Managed at Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a glimpse into history as you piece together the story of a bustling scene at the Foundling Hospital. Young orphans sit at long tables, eagerly awaiting their meal, while kind-hearted women in aprons and caps serve them with a nurturing touch. Immerse yourself in this heartwarming tableau and savor the joy of discovery as you bring this piece of history back to life. Perfect for puzzle enthusiasts and history buffs alike, this beautiful puzzle promises hours of engaging entertainment.
Made in the USA, 252-piece puzzles measure 11" x 14" (27.9 x 35.5 cm). Every puzzle is meticulously printed on glossy photo paper, which has a strong 1.33 mm thickness. Delivered in a black storage cardboard box, these puzzles are both stylish and practical. (Note: puzzles contain small parts and are not suitable for children under 3 years of age.)
Jigsaw Puzzles are an ideal gift for any occasion
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 28cm (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.
Sunday at the Foundling Hospital - A Scene of Charity and Compassion (December 7, 1872)
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures a moment of communal warmth and kindness at the Foundling Hospital in London on a chilly December Sunday in 1872. The long tables laden with steaming bowls of nourishing food stretch out before us, filled with the eager faces of young orphans, dressed in their best clothes, eagerly anticipating their meal. In the foreground, a group of well-dressed patrons, with an air of importance and compassion, observe the scene, their expressions reflecting a sense of pride and gratitude for the opportunity to give back to their community. The young women in aprons and caps, who serve the orphans, move efficiently between the tables, ensuring that each child is well-fed and content. The atmosphere is one of unity and care, as the community comes together to provide for those in need. The Foundling Hospital, established in 1739, was one of the earliest charities in England dedicated to the care of abandoned children. The institution's innovative approach to providing for orphans, which included education, apprenticeships, and a system of "certification" that allowed mothers to leave their babies anonymously, made it a trailblazer in the field of child welfare. This poignant image offers a glimpse into the past, reminding us of the importance of compassion, community, and the power of coming together to support those in need. It is a testament to the resilience and strength of the human spirit, and a reminder of the enduring power of charity and kindness.
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