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Poster Print : Christmas Day in the Workhouse
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Christmas Day in the Workhouse
Illustration and opening verses of In the Workhouse: Christmas Day - better known as Christmas Day in the Workhouse, written by George R Sims in 1877. This sentimental poem about the supposed cruelties of the workhouse system became enormously popular. The scene depicts the fur-clad Union Guardians looking down on a table of workhouse inmates as their Christmas pudding is served
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A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse range of stunning poster prints, featuring the evocative image "Christmas Day in the Workhouse" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This powerful illustration brings to life the opening verses of George R. Sims' 1877 poem, "In the Workhouse: Christmas Day." The intricately detailed artwork transports you back in time, capturing the essence of the holiday season in the Victorian workhouse. This beautiful poster print makes an excellent addition to any room, adding character and history to your decor. Experience the richness of this historical moment and the depth of human emotion in every line and brushstroke. Order your "Christmas Day in the Workhouse" poster print today and bring a piece of the past into your home.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.3cm x 19.8cm (11.9" x 7.8")
Estimated Product Size is 30.3cm x 21.6cm (11.9" x 8.5")
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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A Stark Contrast: Christmas Day in the Workhouse, 1905 - An Illustration of Inequality and Privilege This evocative illustration captures the stark contrast between the privileged and the less fortunate during the Christmas season of 1905. The scene unfolds in a workhouse, where the Union Guardians, dressed in fur-lined coats, look down upon the humble table set for the inmates. The Guardians, representatives of the middle and upper classes, have gathered to partake in the traditional Christmas pudding, a symbol of wealth and prosperity. Beneath their watchful gaze, the paupers, clad in tattered clothing, line up to receive their meager portion of the festive pudding. The scene is a poignant reminder of the unequal treatment meted out to the less fortunate during this season of giving. The gap between the rich and the poor, so vividly depicted in this illustration, was a stark reality of the Victorian and Edwardian eras. The image is taken from the opening verses of George R. Sims' popular poem, "Christmas Day in the Workhouse," first published in 1877. The poem, with its sentimental portrayal of the supposed cruelties of the workhouse system, became enormously popular and served to fuel public outrage against the inequalities of the time. The illustration and the poem together provide a powerful commentary on the social and economic divide that existed during this period, and serve as a reminder of the importance of empathy and compassion in addressing the issue of poverty and homelessness.
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