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Robert Owen, Welsh-born industrialist, philanthropist and socialist, 1851 (1956)
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Robert Owen, Welsh-born industrialist, philanthropist and socialist, 1851 (1956)
Robert Owen, Welsh-born industrialist, philanthropist and socialist, 1851 (1956). Owens (1771-1858) New Lanark Mills in Scotland, which he bought in c1799, featured pioneering social and industrial welfare programmes. From the National Portrait Gallery, London. A print from People, a volume about the origin and early history of many things, common and less common, essential and inessential, by Readers Union, the Grosvenor Press, London, 1956
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This print captures the essence of Robert Owen, a remarkable figure in British history. Born in Wales in 1771, Owen was not only an industrialist but also a philanthropist and socialist. The image portrays him with great dignity and intelligence, his head held high as he gazes into the distance. The photograph showcases Owens' significant contribution to society through his ownership of New Lanark Mills in Scotland. Purchased around 1799, these mills became renowned for their pioneering social and industrial welfare programs. As an advocate for social reform, Owens believed that workers should be treated fairly and provided with improved living conditions. This portrait is part of a volume called People, which delves into the origins and early history of various aspects of life. Published by Readers Union in London in 1956, it highlights Owens' importance during the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries when Britain underwent rapid industrialization. Notably, this image was captured by Samuel Bough, adding another layer to its historical significance. Bough's expertise as a photographer shines through as he skillfully captures Owens' character through his lens. Displayed at the National Portrait Gallery in London today, this print serves as a powerful reminder of Robert Owen's enduring legacy as an influential politician, pioneer of social reform, and champion for workers' rights during one of Britain's most transformative periods - the Industrial Revolution.
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