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Littlemore Asylum, Oxford
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Littlemore Asylum, Oxford
The entrance to the Littlemore lunatic asylum at Oxford. Date: circa 1911
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© Mary Evans/Peter Higginbotham Collection
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This hauntingly beautiful print captures the entrance to the Littlemore lunatic asylum in Oxford, circa 1911. The imposing gates and grand architecture of the building stand as a stark reminder of a bygone era when mental health treatment was shrouded in mystery and stigma.
The intricate details of the wrought iron gate and stone pillars evoke a sense of foreboding, hinting at the stories that lie within the walls of this historic institution. The shadows cast by the overhanging trees add an eerie atmosphere to the scene, as if they are guarding secrets long forgotten.
As we gaze upon this image, we are transported back in time to a period when mental illness was misunderstood and those suffering were often marginalized from society. The Littlemore asylum served as both a refuge and a prison for those deemed "lunatics," offering care but also confinement behind its formidable facade.
Today, we look upon this photograph with a mixture of curiosity and compassion, reflecting on how far we have come in our understanding and treatment of mental health. It serves as a poignant reminder of our shared history and challenges us to continue striving for empathy and support for those struggling with their mental well-being.
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