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Holloway Sanatorium, Virginia Water: Tower, from Terrace (b / w photo)
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Holloway Sanatorium, Virginia Water: Tower, from Terrace (b / w photo)
5989764 Holloway Sanatorium, Virginia Water: Tower, from Terrace (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tower, from Terrace. Illustration for Some Views of Holloway Sanatorium, St Anns Heath, Virginia Water, Surrey (Southwark Press, c 1895).); © Look and Learn
Media ID 23593096
© Look and Learn / Bridgeman Images
Aesthetics Asylum Care Charitable Charity Generous Holloway Sanatorium Illness Lunatic Mental Patient Recovery St Anns Heath Surrey Terrace Thomas Holloway Virginia Water Healthcare
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This print captures the grandeur of Holloway Sanatorium in Virginia Water, Surrey during the late 19th century. The image showcases a towering structure rising above a terrace, providing a glimpse into the architectural beauty of this historic mental health institution. Built by Thomas Holloway, this asylum served as a place of care for those suffering from mental illnesses. Its construction was not only an aesthetic marvel but also reflected Holloway's generous charitable efforts to provide healthcare for those in need during Victorian England. The photograph transports us back in time, offering a window into the past when mental health care was still evolving. It reminds us of the importance placed on creating spaces that fostered recovery and healing for patients. As we admire this image, it is impossible not to reflect on how far our understanding and treatment of mental illness has come since then. This photo serves as both a testament to history and an inspiration to continue striving towards better healthcare practices. With its intricate details and striking composition, this print invites viewers to appreciate not only the architectural brilliance but also the compassion behind its creation. It stands as a reminder that even amidst challenges, there have always been individuals dedicated to improving lives through acts of kindness and generosity.
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