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Framed Print : Church Lane, St Giless, c. 1840 (engraving)
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Church Lane, St Giless, c. 1840 (engraving)
XJF3038174 Church Lane, St Giles s, c.1840 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 12800611
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Deprivation Dickens Dickensian Documentary Documentation Dwellings London Poor Notorious Overcrowding Rookery Slum Slums Social Conditions Social Housing St Giles Street Life Underworld Rookeries The Rookery
13.5"x11.5" (34x29cm) Premium Frame
Add a touch of historical charm to your space with the Media Storehouse Framed Print of "Church Lane, St Giles, c.1840 (engraving)" from Bridgeman Images. This exquisite piece, showcasing the quaint streets of St. Giles in the 19th century, is an excellent addition to any home or office. The intricate engraving, by an English School artist, brings the past to life, transporting you back in time. This out-of-copyright work of art, sourced from Fine Art Finder, is a timeless treasure that is sure to captivate and inspire. Order your Media Storehouse Framed Print today and enjoy the beauty of history in your own home.
Framed and mounted 9x7 print. Professionally handmade full timber moulded frames are finished off with framers tape and come with a hanging solution on the back. Outer dimensions are 13.5x11.5 inches (34x29cm). Quality timber frame frame moulding (20mm wide and 30mm deep) with frame colours in your choice of black, white, or raw oak and a choice of black or white card mounts. Frames have a perspex front providing a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish which is easily cleaned with a damp cloth.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 21.4cm x 21.4cm (8.4" x 8.4")
Estimated Product Size is 29.2cm x 34cm (11.5" x 13.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This engraving takes us back in time to Church Lane, St Giles, circa 1840. The image captures the essence of a notorious slum known as "the rookery" which was synonymous with poverty and deprivation during the Victorian era. The crowded dwellings lining the street depict the harsh reality faced by London's poor at that time. The scene is reminiscent of a Charles Dickens novel, evoking images of an underworld where social conditions were dire. It serves as a powerful documentation of the living conditions endured by those residing in this area. The print reveals rows upon rows of dilapidated houses, showcasing the extent of overcrowding and lack of proper housing. Amidst this bleak backdrop are children playing on the streets, their innocence contrasting sharply with their surroundings. Their presence highlights not only their resilience but also sheds light on social housing issues prevalent during this period. This historical photograph provides valuable insight into urban life in 19th-century London and acts as a reminder of how far we have come in terms of improving living standards for all members of society. As we gaze upon this engraving, we cannot help but be moved by its documentary nature and its ability to transport us back to a time when poverty was rampant within our cities' very heartlands.
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