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Gordon Boys Home, Woking, Surrey
A group of uniformed boys, one on a bicycle, in front of the Gordon Boys Home at Woking
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Media ID 14246098
© Mary Evans / Peter Higginbotham Collection
Bicycle Gordon Homes Uniformed Woking Youth Childrens
15"x10" (37.5x25cm) Poster
Bring a piece of history into your home with our stunning photographic print from the Media Storehouse collection. Featuring the iconic image of "Gordon Boys Home, Woking, Surrey" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, this print captures a moment in time as a group of uniformed boys gather in front of the home, one of them proudly posing on a bicycle. This timeless image is perfect for adding character and depth to any wall, igniting conversations and inspiring stories. Order your print today and make a lasting addition to your decor.
High-quality poster prints are available in a range of sizes and are printed on 270 gsm semi-glossy silk finish poster paper. An affordable option for decorating any space, they are perfect for fixing straight onto walls. To ensure your poster arrives in good condition, we roll and send them in strong mailing tubes.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 37.5cm x 23.1cm (14.8" x 9.1")
Estimated Product Size is 37.5cm x 25cm (14.8" x 9.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures a moment in time at the Gordon Boys Home in Woking, Surrey, England. Established in 1884, the Home was one of several institutions founded by the Reverend John Gordon to provide care and education for orphaned, abandoned, and neglected boys. The boys in the photograph are dressed in their uniforms, a sign of the structured and disciplined environment they lived in. The bicycle in the foreground adds a sense of freedom and adventure to the scene, perhaps representing a rare moment of joy and independence for one of the boys. The Gordon Boys Home was located in a beautiful rural setting, surrounded by rolling hills and open fields. The serene landscape provided an idyllic backdrop for the boys' daily activities, which included farming, gardening, and manual labor. The Home also offered education and vocational training, with the aim of preparing the boys for a productive and independent life once they left. The photograph is a poignant reminder of the history of children's homes and the important role they played in providing care and support for vulnerable children. It also highlights the importance of community and the impact that caring individuals and institutions can have on the lives of young people. The boys in the photograph may be long gone, but their stories and the legacy of the Gordon Boys Home continue to inspire and inform our understanding of the past and the present.
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