Fine Art Print : Infant Orphan Election at the London Tavern
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Infant Orphan Election at the London Tavern
Portrayal of the Infant Orphan Election at the London Tavern by G.E. Hicks. Elections were held periodically by childrens charities for their supporters to vote on new orphanage admissions. Date: 1865
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Media ID 14261926
© Mary Evans/Peter Higginbotham Collection
1865 Charities Election Elections Held Hicks Infant Orphan Orphanage Periodically Portrayal Supporters Tavern Vote
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the past with our exquisite Fine Art Print from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring the captivating image of "Infant Orphan Election at the London Tavern" by G.E. Hicks. This evocative print, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a fascinating glimpse into history as it portrays the unique tradition of children's charities holding elections for new orphanage admissions at London taverns. Add a touch of history and character to your home or office with this beautifully detailed and intriguing piece of art.
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 50.8cm x 36.3cm (20" x 14.3")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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 image, titled "Portrayal of the Infant Orphan Election at the London Tavern," captures a poignant moment in the history of children's charities in Victorian England. The photograph, created by G.E. Hicks in 1865, depicts a scene of intense focus and determination as young orphans and their supporters gather at the London Tavern for an election. During this period, children's charities held elections periodically to allow their supporters to vote on new orphanage admissions. The London Tavern served as a polling station for these events, providing a space for the community to come together and make decisions that would significantly impact the lives of the city's most vulnerable children. In the photograph, we see a sea of young faces, each one filled with hope and anticipation as they await the outcome of the election. The adults in the room, dressed in their finest attire, are deeply engaged in the proceedings, their expressions reflecting the gravity of the situation. The atmosphere is tense, yet hopeful, as the future of these orphans hangs in the balance. This powerful image offers a glimpse into the past, providing us with a poignant reminder of the compassion and community spirit that once drove charitable efforts in London. It serves as a testament to the resilience and determination of the children who, despite their circumstances, were given a voice and a chance for a better future through the support of their community.
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