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Crippled Girls at Needlework (Cripples Home for Girls, Marylebone Road) (b / w photo)
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Crippled Girls at Needlework (Cripples Home for Girls, Marylebone Road) (b / w photo)
3102040 Crippled Girls at Needlework (Cripples Home for Girls, Marylebone Road) (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Crippled Girls at Needlework (Cripples Home for Girls, Marylebone Road). Illustration for Living London edited by George Sims (Cassell, c 1900).); © Look and Learn
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This photograph captures a poignant scene at the Cripples Home for Girls on Marylebone Road in London during the 19th century. The image showcases a group of young girls, each with physical disabilities, diligently engaged in needlework. Despite their challenges, these determined girls are focused on their craft, showcasing their resilience and strength. The composition of the photograph is strikingly beautiful, with soft lighting highlighting the intricate details of the girls' delicate handiwork. Their concentration is palpable as they carefully stitch away, creating something meaningful with their nimble fingers. This powerful image serves as a reminder of the immense courage and determination exhibited by individuals facing adversity. It also sheds light on the importance of institutions like the Cripples Home for Girls that provided support and opportunities for disabled children to learn valuable skills such as needlework. Originally featured as an illustration in Living London edited by George Sims around 1900, this photograph offers us a glimpse into history while celebrating these remarkable young women who defied societal expectations and pursued creative endeavors despite their physical limitations. Preserved within a private collection today, this print continues to inspire viewers to appreciate both artistry and resilience in equal measure.
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