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John Grooms Sekforde Street, London
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John Grooms Sekforde Street, London
Inmates at work at John Grooms home for poor and disabled flower-sellers on Sekforde Street, Clerkenwell.
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© Mary Evans/Peter Higginbotham Collection
Artificial Clerkenwell Disabled Grooms Inmates Poor Flower Sellers
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: "A Place of Hope and Dignity: John Grooms' Home for the Poor and Disabled Flower-Sellers of Sekforde Street, Clerkenwell" 2.. This evocative photograph captures a moment of quiet industry and collaboration at John Grooms' Home for the Poor and Disabled Flower-Sellers, located on Sekforde Street in the heart of Clerkenwell, London. The image, taken in an era long past, reveals a scene where individuals, despite their physical limitations, come together to create something beautiful and valuable. 3. Background: John Grooms (1818-1893) was a philanthropist and entrepreneur who dedicated his life to helping the most vulnerable members of society. In 1868, he established a home specifically for disabled and impoverished flower-sellers, providing them with a safe and supportive environment where they could continue their livelihoods. The home was situated in a greenhouse on Sekforde Street, where artificial flowers were produced to supplement the income of the residents. 4. The Scene: The photograph shows a group of inmates, some seated and others standing, engaged in the meticulous process of creating artificial flowers. Their faces are etched with determination and focus, as they craft each petal and leaf with care. The room is filled with an array of materials, including petals, wires, and glue, as well as finished products that adorn the shelves and windowsills. 5. Impact: This photograph offers a poignant reminder of the resilience and resourcefulness of the human spirit. It also highlights the importance of compassionate institutions like John Grooms' Home, which empowered individuals to overcome adversity and contribute to their communities in meaningful ways. The image invites us to reflect on the value of dignity, hope, and the power of collective effort.
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