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Bethnal Green Slum
A military tailor and his family share a single room at Number 10, Hollybush Place, in Londons Bethnal Green, 1863. Original Publication : Illustrated London News - pub. 24th October 1863 (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
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Hulton Archive
Media ID 11794084
© 2009 Getty Images
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Step back in time with our Bethnal Green Slum greeting card from the Media Storehouse Fine Art collection. This evocative image, taken from the Illustrated London News in 1863, captures the daily life of a military tailor and his family living in a single cramped room at Number 10, Hollybush Place, in London's Bethnal Green. This historical greeting card, brought to you by Media Storehouse, is the perfect way to add a touch of nostalgia to your correspondence. Celebrate the rich history of our cities and the resilience of the human spirit with this unique and thought-provoking greeting card.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 12.5cm x 17.5cm (4.9" x 6.9")
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 poignant photograph captures the harsh reality of life in Bethnal Green Slum, London, back in 1863. In this cramped and dilapidated room at Number 10, Hollybush Place, a military tailor and his family struggle to make ends meet. The image showcases the resilience of this family as they sit together amidst their meager belongings. The tailor is seen diligently sewing away on his workbench while his two young daughters huddle close by. Their faces reflect both innocence and weariness, hinting at the hardships they endure daily. Through the window behind them, we catch a glimpse of a world beyond their confined space - a stark contrast to their own reality. The composition highlights the unity within this humble abode; despite their limited resources, love and support radiate from every corner. A wooden box serves as both storage and seating for some members of the family while others perch on chairs or simply sit on the floor. This photograph offers us a rare insight into an era marked by poverty and social inequality. It reminds us of how far society has come since then but also serves as a reminder that there are still many who face similar struggles today. As we observe this intimate scene frozen in time, let it be a call for compassion towards those less fortunate than ourselves – an invitation to recognize our shared humanity across generations.
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