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Framed Print : The Gullet, Stafford Street, Birmingham
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The Gullet, Stafford Street, Birmingham
Under the Artisans and Labourers dwellings Improvement Act, 1875, slum areas like the gullet were cleared and improved. Date: 16 December 1876
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Media ID 14113992
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
1875 1876 Areas Artisans Birmingham Cleared Dwellings Improved Improvement Labourers Slum Stafford December Gullet
A2 Premium Frame with A3 Poster
Introducing the latest addition to our Media Storehouse Framed Prints collection: "The Gullet, Stafford Street, Birmingham" by Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image offers a glimpse into Birmingham's history, showcasing the living conditions of the artisans and labourers in the city during the late 19th century. Taken in 1876, following the passing of the Artisans and Labourers Dwellings Improvement Act, this photograph captures the before image of slum areas like the Gullet, which were later cleared and improved. Bring a piece of historical Birmingham into your home or office with this evocative and thought-provoking framed print. Each print is professionally framed and ready to hang, making it a perfect gift or addition to your decor.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.4cm x 40.4cm (15.9" x 15.9")
Estimated Product Size is 44.6cm x 62cm (17.6" x 24.4")
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 evocative image captures the before-and-after transformation of The Gullet, a notorious slum area on Stafford Street in Birmingham, England. The photograph on the left, taken on December 16, 1876, shows the cramped and unsanitary living conditions that once prevailed in these densely populated quarters. The narrow, winding alleyway, aptly named 'The Gullet,' was typical of the overcrowded and unsanitary housing conditions that existed in the city's poorest districts. The scene on the right, also taken on December 16, 1876, reveals the remarkable progress made following the implementation of the Artisans and Labourers Dwellings Improvement Act of 1875. The Act, which aimed to improve living conditions for the working class, provided for the clearance and redevelopment of slum areas like The Gullet. This photo shows the newly constructed, well-lit, and spacious housing units that replaced the cramped and unsanitary dwellings. The improvement of The Gullet and other slum areas in Birmingham marked a significant turning point in the city's history. The Act not only led to the eradication of unhealthy living conditions but also contributed to the overall improvement of public health and the quality of life for the working class. This photograph serves as a powerful reminder of the social and historical significance of this important legislation and the impact it had on the lives of countless people in Birmingham and beyond.
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