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Canvas Print : Children in an alleyway, Upper Ground Place, Southwark, London, 1923
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Children in an alleyway, Upper Ground Place, Southwark, London, 1923
Children in an alleyway, Upper Ground Place, Southwark, London, 1923. Seen prior to slum clearance of the area, these children stand against an alleyway wall while in the distance their parents look on
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Media ID 15181580
© London Metropolitan Archives (City of London) / Heritage-Images
Alleyway Council Family Group Greater London Council Lamp Residential Southwark Street Lamp Street Light
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Media Storehouse Canvas Print featuring a captivating image from Heritage Images. This vintage photograph, taken in 1923, depicts a moment in history as children play in an alleyway of Upper Ground Place, Southwark, London. In the distance, their parents look on, capturing a glimpse into the daily life of this community prior to the slum clearance. Our high-quality canvas prints bring history to life, adding a unique and timeless touch to any room in your home or office.
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 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This poignant photograph captures a moment frozen in time - children standing against an alleyway wall in Upper Ground Place, Southwark, London, back in 1923. The image serves as a powerful reminder of the harsh realities faced by families living in poverty-stricken areas before the slum clearance took place. In this snapshot of history, we witness these young souls surrounded by dilapidated buildings and dimly lit street lamps. Their innocent faces tell stories of resilience and hope amidst challenging circumstances. In the distance, their parents can be seen looking on with concern and love. The monochrome tones add depth to the scene, emphasizing the stark contrast between light and shadow. This visual representation highlights not only the physical hardships endured by these children but also symbolizes their marginalized existence within society. Preserved by the Greater London Council's photograph library at Guildhall Library and Art Gallery, this image is a testament to our collective past. It invites us to reflect upon how far we have come in terms of social progress while reminding us that there is still work to be done to ensure every child has access to a brighter future. As we gaze upon this historical artifact from early 20th-century England, let it serve as a call for compassion and empathy towards those who continue to face adversity today.
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