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Antique Framed Print : These are scenes from the London Orphan Asylum in Watford. 1) boys doing drill 2) the boys band 3) sewing class 4) the Prince of Wales proposing the toast of the asylum at the Jubilee Dinner at the Hotel Metropole 5
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These are scenes from the London Orphan Asylum in Watford. 1) boys doing drill 2) the boys band 3) sewing class 4) the Prince of Wales proposing the toast of the asylum at the Jubilee Dinner at the Hotel Metropole 5
These are scenes from the London Orphan Asylum in Watford. 1) boys doing drill 2) the boys band 3) sewing class 4) the Prince of Wales proposing the toast of the asylum at the Jubilee Dinner at the Hotel Metropole 5) practising in a music cell 6) boys making their beds in their dormitory 7) girl's cooking class 8) dumb-bell exercise. Date: 1887
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© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
1887 Asylum Band Beds Bell Cell Cooking Dinner Dormitory Drill Dumb Exercise Jubilee Metropole Orphan Practising Proposing Sewing Toast Watford
14"x12" (36x31cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, the Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 17.7cm x 24.4cm (7" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 31.2cm x 36.3cm (12.3" x 14.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print captures poignant scenes from the London Orphan Asylum in Watford, dating back to 1887. The images showcase the daily lives of the children residing at the asylum, offering a glimpse into their activities and routines.
From boys diligently practicing drill exercises to showcasing their musical talents in the boys band, each frame tells a story of resilience and camaraderie among these young individuals. The sewing class demonstrates practical skills being imparted to equip them for future endeavors, while the Prince of Wales himself is seen proposing a toast at a Jubilee Dinner held at the prestigious Hotel Metropole.
The photos also depict moments of domesticity, with boys making their beds in dormitories and girls participating in cooking classes. Physical fitness is emphasized through dumb-bell exercises, highlighting the holistic approach taken towards nurturing these orphaned children.
Through these snapshots frozen in time, we are reminded of the dedication and care provided by institutions like the London Orphan Asylum in shaping bright futures for those who have faced adversity. It serves as a testament to resilience, community spirit, and hope for a better tomorrow.
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