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Terrace houses around a Victorian factory, Victorian period
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Terrace houses around a Victorian factory, Victorian period
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© The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive / Mary Evans
Mill Revolution Terrace Terraced
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1. Title: "Victorian Epoch: Terrace Houses Surrounding a Factory" This vintage photograph, hailing from the Victorian period, showcases a captivating tableau of terrace houses encircling a Victorian factory. The image, part of The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive Collection from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports us back in time to an era of industrial revolution and burgeoning urbanization. The terrace houses, a common architectural feature of the Victorian and Edwardian eras, are lined up in perfect symmetry, their red-brick facades adorned with intricate details and ornate decorations. Each house, though similar in design, possesses its unique character, with windows of various sizes and shapes, and chimneys poking out from their rooftops. The terrace design allowed for efficient use of space and affordability for the working class, making them a popular housing choice during this period. At the heart of this scene lies the imposing Victorian factory. Its tall, smokestacks release plumes of smoke into the sky, symbolizing the industrial might and progress of the era. The factory, surrounded by the terrace houses, underscores the interconnectedness of the residential and industrial sectors during this period. The lantern slide, an early form of photographic projection, captures the scene in exquisite detail, with the warm glow of the lantern illuminating the image and casting intriguing shadows. The photograph offers a glimpse into the past, inviting us to ponder the lives of the mill workers and their families who once called these terrace houses their homes, and the daily routines that unfolded within their walls and around the factory. This photograph is a testament to the rich history of the Victorian period, a time of innovation, change, and the blossoming of urban communities. It serves as a reminder of the intricate relationship between housing, industry, and the people who shaped the world we know today.
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