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PLAYROOM FOR THE POOR
An early example of a Boys Club - a playroom for the poor in Islington, north London, with gymnasium and skittle alley. Date: 1887
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Media ID 20156379
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1887 Alley Asylums Charity Community Gymnasium Indoors Islington Orphan Playroom Poor Skittle
21"x7" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the past with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring this captivating image from Mary Evans Prints Online. Dated 1887, this photograph offers a glimpse into history with an early example of a 'Boys Club' in Islington, North London. The playroom, designed for the benefit of the less fortunate, is filled with the sounds of laughter and the promise of a better future. With its gymnasium and skittle alley, this image is a testament to the power of community and the importance of providing opportunities for children to grow and thrive. Add this timeless piece to your collection and bring a piece of history into your home or office.
21x7 image printed on 27x13 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.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 37.3cm x 17.7cm (14.7" x 7")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 33cm (27" x 13")
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.
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This evocative photograph captures the essence of community and charitable initiatives during the late 1800s in the heart of Islington, North London. The image showcases the "Playroom for the Poor," an early example of a Boys Club, established in 1887. The playroom provided a much-needed refuge for underprivileged boys, offering them a safe and engaging environment to learn, play, and socialize. The photograph reveals a bustling scene filled with boys of various ages, engaged in a range of activities. In the foreground, a group of boys are intently focused on a skittle alley, their faces filled with determination and excitement. Elsewhere, boys are seen practicing gymnastics on the gymnasium equipment, their muscles taut with effort. The room is filled with a palpable sense of energy and camaraderie, as the boys make the most of the opportunities afforded to them. The Playroom for the Poor was a vital resource for the local community, providing a respite from the harsh realities of poverty and the overcrowded conditions of the city. Orphanages and asylums were common during this period, but this playroom represented a unique approach to addressing the needs of the poor. By providing a space for recreation and education, the Boys Club aimed to foster a sense of self-worth and independence among the boys. The photograph offers a poignant glimpse into the past, reminding us of the importance of community and charitable initiatives in creating opportunities for those in need. The Playroom for the Poor stands as a testament to the resilience and determination of the human spirit, even in the most challenging of circumstances.
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