Fine Art Print : Married Inmates Quarters, Holborn Union Workhouse, Mitcham
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Married Inmates Quarters, Holborn Union Workhouse, Mitcham
Married inmates quarters at what is believed to be the Holborn Union workhouse at Merton Lane, Mitcham, Surrey. This type of accommodation was reserved for couples both of whom were over 60. A well dressed couple standing at the far end may be the workhouse master and matron. A clergyman sits at the far left of the picture
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Media ID 4470575
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Accommodation Clergyman Couples Dressed Elderly Holborn Inmate Inmates L Aw Lane Married Master Matron Merton Mitcham Poor Poverty Quarters Surrey Workhouse Workhouses 1907
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into history with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, "Married Inmates Quarters, Holborn Union Workhouse, Mitcham," takes us back in time to an era long past. Depicting what is believed to be the Holborn Union workhouse at Merton Lane, Mitcham, this print showcases the married inmates' quarters, a unique accommodation reserved for elderly couples. Each print is meticulously sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online and offers a glimpse into the past, making it a stunning addition to any home or office decor. Experience the rich history and intrigue of yesteryears with our Fine Art Prints collection.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 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 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
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 time at the Married Inmates Quarters of the Holborn Union Workhouse in Mitcham, Surrey, circa 1907. The image offers a glimpse into the living conditions of elderly, married couples who found themselves in poverty and in need of assistance from the workhouse system. The scene is set in a dimly lit room, with a long table occupying the center, surrounded by simple wooden benches. A well-dressed couple, likely the workhouse master and matron, stand at the far end of the room, overseeing the scene. A clergyman, seated at the far left, suggests that religious services may have been held in this space. The aged and humble decor, with its worn wooden walls and peeling wallpaper, underscores the stark reality of life for those who resided here. The presence of books on the table hints at the importance of education and self-improvement, even in such challenging circumstances. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the historical living conditions for the elderly poor during the Edwardian era, and the societal structures that existed to support them. The photograph, taken around the year 1907, is an invaluable historical document that sheds light on the complexities of poverty, age, and social welfare during this time.
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