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Canvas Print : Union Workhouse, Cootehill, County Cavan, Ireland

Union Workhouse, Cootehill, County Cavan, Ireland



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Union Workhouse, Cootehill, County Cavan, Ireland

Female lunatic inmates sit in an airing yard at the Cootehill Union Workhouse, County Cavan, Ireland

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Media ID 4420555

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Airing Brick Cavan Fresh Health Inmate Inmates L Aw Lunatic Lunatics Mental Poor Poverty Psychiatric Treatment Workhouse Workhouses Yard 1895


20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print

Introducing the captivating Union Workhouse Canvas Print from Media Storehouse, an exclusive addition to our collection brought to you in collaboration with Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative image transports us back in time to the Union Workhouse in Cootehill, County Cavan, Ireland. The hauntingly beautiful photograph captures a moment in history, with female lunatic inmates taking respite in the airing yard. The intricate details and textures of this black and white image come alive when brought to life on a canvas print, creating a stunning piece of art that is sure to ignite conversations. Bring a touch of history and timeless storytelling to your home or office with this exquisite canvas print. Each print is meticulously crafted using premium quality materials to ensure a vibrant and long-lasting display. Elevate your space with this unique and thought-provoking piece.

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 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")

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 a moment in the history of the Union Workhouse in Cootehill, County Cavan, Ireland, during the late 1890s. The image shows a group of female inmates sitting in an airing yard, bathed in the fresh air and sunshine. The Union Workhouse, established in the mid-19th century as part of the Irish Poor Law, was designed to provide shelter and support for the destitute and infirm. However, the living conditions were often harsh, with overcrowding, poor nutrition, and inadequate medical care leading to widespread suffering and disease. The treatment of those deemed mentally ill or "lunatic" was particularly controversial. They were often housed in separate wards or institutions, where they were subjected to harsh regimes and inhumane conditions. In this photograph, the women appear to be dressed in simple, drab clothing, and their expressions suggest a mix of resignation and despair. The stone walls and treatment rooms in the background hint at the institutional setting, while the brick buildings and airing yard speak to the efforts to provide some semblance of fresh air and outdoor space. The Union Workhouse in Cootehill closed in the mid-20th century, and the site has since been redeveloped. However, this photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the harsh realities faced by those who sought refuge there during the Victorian era. It also highlights the importance of understanding the history of mental health care and the evolution of institutions and treatments over time.

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