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London Slums - White Horse Yard, Coleman Street
Boarded up buildings at White Horse Yard, off Coleman Street in the City of London - one of the capitals Victorian slum areas. Date: circa 1902
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Media ID 14378027
© Mary Evans/Peter Higginbotham Collection
Areas Boarded Capitals Carehome Coleman Orhanage Orphans Services Slum Welfare Yard 1902 Childrens
A3 (42 x 29.7cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our captivating London Slums - White Horse Yard, Coleman Street poster print from Media Storehouse. This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you to the heart of Victorian London. The boarded-up buildings at White Horse Yard, off Coleman Street, once a notorious slum area, offer a poignant glimpse into the city's history. Perfectly suited for any space yearning for a touch of historical authenticity, this poster print is an essential addition to your collection.
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Estimated Product Size is 42.6cm x 30.6cm (16.8" x 12")
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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This evocative photograph captures the grim reality of life in one of London's notorious Victorian slums, White Horse Yard, off Coleman Street in the City of London. Circa 1902, the image portrays a bleak scene of boarded-up buildings, a stark reminder of the poverty and hardship endured by its residents. The absence of windows and the peeling paintwork speak volumes about the lack of care and maintenance in this neglected area. Amidst the desolation, a group of children huddle together, their small figures dwarfed by the looming structures around them. Their clothes are worn and tattered, a clear indication of their impoverished circumstances. The absence of a proper home or stable environment is evident in their huddled posture, as they seek warmth and comfort from one another. The lack of adequate social services and welfare systems during this era left many families and children in dire straits. Orphanages and care homes were few and far between, and the ones that existed were often overcrowded and underfunded. The plight of these children was a stark contrast to the prosperity and growth that London was experiencing during the Victorian era. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the social inequalities that existed in London during this time and the urgent need for care and support for the most vulnerable members of society. Today, we have come a long way in addressing these issues, but it is essential to remember the past and continue to strive for a more equitable and caring society for all.
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