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Shaftesbury Home, Ealing - Dinner Time
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Shaftesbury Home, Ealing - Dinner Time
Shaftesbury Home, Ealing - girls sit at tables in the dining room. Date: 1890s
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Media ID 14262028
© Mary Evans/Peter Higginbotham Collection
Dining Ealing Shaftesbury Tables
EDITORS COMMENTS
This enchanting photograph captures a moment of daily life at Shaftesbury Home in Ealing, a charitable institution established in the late 19th century to provide education and care for girls from disadvantaged backgrounds. The image, dated to the 1890s, shows a group of young girls sitting at long tables in the dining room, dressed in their best attire, eagerly partaking in their evening meal. The scene exudes a sense of warmth and community, as the girls engage in conversation and laughter, their faces filled with joy and contentment. The room itself is impeccably clean and orderly, with white tablecloths and polished silverware adorning the tables. The large windows let in plenty of natural light, casting a soft glow over the scene. Despite the simple setting, this photograph offers a glimpse into the important work being carried out at Shaftesbury Home. The institution provided a safe and nurturing environment for girls who may have otherwise faced poverty, neglect, or abuse. Through education and care, these girls were given the opportunity to build a better future for themselves and break the cycle of poverty. The photograph also serves as a reminder of the social conditions of the time, with many children growing up in poverty and facing significant challenges in their daily lives. The establishment of institutions like Shaftesbury Home was a crucial step in addressing these issues and providing support to those in need. Overall, this photograph is a poignant reminder of the importance of community, care, and education in shaping the lives of young people, and the impact that even the smallest of interventions can have on their futures.
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