Fine Art Print : Roman Catholic orphanage on Jersey
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Roman Catholic orphanage on Jersey
A group picture of children and staff at a Roman Catholic orphanage on Jersey in the British Channel Islands. Date: 1926
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Media ID 7200243
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21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the past with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring this evocative image of a Roman Catholic orphanage on Jersey, 1926. This poignant group photograph from Mary Evans Prints Online transports you back in time, capturing the essence of a bygone era. Each print is meticulously produced using the highest quality materials, ensuring vibrant colors and stunning detail. Add a touch of history and timeless charm to your home or office décor with this beautifully preserved piece of the past.
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 30.9cm (21" x 12.2")
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
In this evocative black-and-white photograph from 1926, a group of children and nuns stand proudly in front of the Roman Catholic Orphanage on the island of Jersey in the British Channel Islands. The image offers a poignant glimpse into the lives of these young souls, who were likely wards of the state or abandoned, and were taken in by the caring hands of the Sisters of Charity. The orphanage, which served as a refuge for pauper and destitute children, was an essential institution during a time when the welfare system was still in its infancy. The children, dressed in simple, uniform outfits, gaze at the camera with a mix of curiosity and apprehension, while the nuns, clad in their religious habits, smile warmly, their eyes filled with compassion and love. The backdrop of the photograph reveals the austere yet comforting surroundings of the orphanage, with its stone walls and red-tiled roof. The image invites us to reflect on the resilience and strength of these children, who, despite their challenging circumstances, are surrounded by the nurturing care of the Sisters of Charity. The photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of community, compassion, and the role of religious institutions in providing care and support to those in need. It is a testament to the enduring spirit of the human heart, which, even in the face of adversity, continues to find solace and hope. The photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, is a powerful reminder of the past, and a reminder of the vital role that orphanages and other charitable institutions continue to play in our society today. It is a poignant and moving image, one that speaks to the very essence of the human spirit and the power of love and compassion to heal and uplift.
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