Fine Art Print : Servants Night-time Visiting Ban at Congleton, Cheshire
Fine Art Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
Servants Night-time Visiting Ban at Congleton, Cheshire
Following claims, in 1842, that the practice of allowing young men to pay night-time visits to female servants in agricultural areas of the Wrexham Union resulted in many single mothers at the workhouse, the nearby Congleton Union began a campaign to ban such visits. This form was printed to support the scheme. Date: 1842
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 14147406
© Mary Evans/Peter Higginbotham Collection
1842 Agricultural Allowing Areas Began Campaign Claims Congleton Following Form Mothers Nearby Practice Resulted Scheme Servants Support Visits Workhouse Wrexham
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the past with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring "Servants Night-time Visiting Ban at Congleton, Cheshire" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative image captures the social tension of the 1840s, as claims of inappropriate night-time visits to female servants in agricultural areas of Wrexham Union led to the implementation of strict regulations. Bring this piece of historical significance into your home and add a touch of timeless charm to your decor. Each print is meticulously produced using high-quality materials, ensuring vibrant colors and intricate details that bring the story to life. Order yours today and transport yourself back in time.
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 36cm x 50.8cm (14.2" 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
Servants' Night-time Visiting Ban: A Historical Perspective on Gender and Social Control in 19th Century England This historic print dates back to 1842 and sheds light on a social issue that sparked controversy and concern in the agricultural areas of the Wrexham and Congleton Unions in England. The practice of young men paying night-time visits to female servants had reportedly led to an increase in single mothers at the workhouse. In response, the Congleton Union launched a campaign to put an end to this custom. The print depicts a formal notice, which was distributed to support the visiting ban scheme. The text on the form states that "no male person shall be permitted to visit the dwelling of any female servant in the employment of this Union, after the hour of ten o'clock in the evening, under any pretence whatever, without the written permission of the Master or Overseer of the Workhouse." This strict regulation was a reflection of the societal norms and values of the time, which emphasized the importance of maintaining moral conduct and upholding the social order. The visiting ban was an attempt to protect the reputation and chastity of female servants, as well as to prevent the potential consequences of unwanted pregnancies and the resulting increase in workhouse populations. The print serves as a reminder of the historical context of gender roles and social control during the Victorian era, and the efforts made to enforce moral and social standards within the community. It also highlights the complex power dynamics that existed between employers, employees, and the larger societal structures that shaped their lives.
MADE IN AUSTRALIA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.