Poster Print : The foundation stone of the Middlesex Pauper Lunatic Asylum
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The foundation stone of the Middlesex Pauper Lunatic Asylum
The ornate silver trowel used on 8th May 1849 by Prince Albert to spread the mortar on the foundation stone of the New Middlesex Pauper Lunatic Asylum at Colney Hatch, near Friern Barnet, Middlesex (North London). It later became known as Colney Hatch Mental Hospital and then as Friern Hospital. Date: 1849
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Media ID 14121982
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
1849 Asylum Barnet Colney Foundation Friern Hatch Health Laid Lunatic Mental Middlesex Pauper Trowel Vine Albert
A1 (84.1 x 59.4cm) Poster Print
Introducing the captivating and historically significant Media Storehouse range of Poster Prints, featuring an extraordinary image from Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative print showcases "The Foundation Stone of the Middlesex Pauper Lunatic Asylum," a poignant moment in time captured on May 8, 1849. Witness history unfold as Prince Albert gracefully wields an ornate silver trowel to spread mortar on the foundation stone of the New Middlesex Pauper Lunatic Asylum at Colney Hatch, near Friern Barnet. Add a touch of history and sophistication to your home or office with this intriguing and unique poster print. A perfect conversation starter and a beautiful addition to any space, this print is a must-have for history enthusiasts and collectors alike.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 84.6cm x 37.6cm (33.3" x 14.8")
Estimated Product Size is 84.6cm x 59.6cm (33.3" x 23.5")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This exquisite silver trowel, adorned with intricate vine motifs and monogrammed with the initials "P.R." for Prince Albert, holds a significant place in the history of mental health care in North London. The ornate tool was used by Prince Albert on May 8, 1849, during the foundation stone-laying ceremony for the New Middlesex Pauper Lunatic Asylum at Colney Hatch, near Friern Barnet. The asylum, later known as Colney Hatch Mental Hospital and then Friern Hospital, was established to provide care for the mentally ill who were unable to afford private treatment. The foundation stone-laying ceremony marked a pivotal moment in the development of mental health institutions in Middlesex County, signaling a commitment to improving the lives of those suffering from mental illness. The New Middlesex Pauper Lunatic Asylum was a groundbreaking institution, reflecting the progressive attitudes of the time towards mental health care and the welfare of the less fortunate members of society. This precious artifact, now preserved in a museum or archive, serves as a reminder of the important role played by Prince Albert and the Middlesex County Council in the establishment of a vital health institution that would provide care and support for generations to come.
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