Fine Art Print : Baby Abandoned / 1860
Fine Art Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
Baby Abandoned / 1860
A mother abandoning her child at a convent baby wheel
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Media ID 589132
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10172998
1860 Abandoned Abandoning Adoption Convent Drop Drops Unwanted Wheel
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the haunting beauty and poignant narrative of Mary Evans Picture Library's "Baby Abandoned / 1860" Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse. This exquisite image, captured from the depths of history, depicts a heart-wrenching moment as a mother makes the unimaginable decision to leave her child at a convent baby wheel. The intricate details and rich colors of this 19th-century photograph transport you back in time, inviting you to ponder the complex emotions and societal norms of the past. Add this stunning work of art to your collection and let its story resonate in your home or office.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This haunting print from Mary Evans Picture Library captures a heartbreaking moment in history - a mother abandoning her child at a convent baby wheel in 1860. The image depicts the desperation and sorrow of a mother who feels she has no other choice but to leave her baby behind, hoping for a better life for the child.
The concept of the baby wheel, also known as foundling wheels or revolving cradles, was common in Europe during this time period as a way for mothers to safely abandon their unwanted children without fear of prosecution. These wheels were often located at convents or orphanages, where infants could be left anonymously by turning the wheel and ringing a bell to alert caretakers.
In this particular photograph, we see the silhouette of the mother as she walks away from her precious bundle, leaving them in the care of strangers. The scene is filled with emotion and speaks volumes about the harsh realities faced by women and children in the past.
As we reflect on this powerful image, we are reminded of the importance of compassion and understanding towards those who find themselves in desperate situations. It serves as a poignant reminder of how far society has come in terms of supporting vulnerable families and children in need.
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