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Framed Print : Augusta Walker, 1876. Creator: Unknown
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Augusta Walker, 1876. Creator: Unknown
Augusta Walker, 1876
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Media ID 20170513
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22"x18" (58x48cm) Modern Frame
Step back in time with our exquisite Framed Print from the Media Storehouse collection. Featuring the captivating image of Augusta Walker, taken in 1876, this vintage photograph is a stunning addition to any home or office. The unknown creator and unknown origins of this image only add to its allure, making it a unique conversation starter. Each print is meticulously framed in a classic design, ensuring the highest quality presentation. Bring a piece of history into your space and relive the past with our Augusta Walker Framed Print.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 16x12 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 22x18 inches (58x48cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm 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 24cm x 39.6cm (9.4" x 15.6")
Estimated Product Size is 47.8cm x 57.9cm (18.8" x 22.8")
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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Augusta Walker, 1876 - A Glimpse into the Troubled Mind of a Forgotten Woman
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This haunting black and white albumen print from 19th century Britain captures Augusta Walker, an enigmatic figure lost to history. The unknown creator skillfully portrays her with meticulous attention to detail, emphasizing her delicate features and intricate ringlet hairstyle. However, beneath the surface beauty lies a deeper narrative. The text accompanying the photograph hints at Augusta's troubled mental state - she was labeled as an inmate in an insane asylum. This evokes questions about her diagnosis and the harsh realities faced by mentally ill individuals during that era. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the challenges surrounding mental health in the past. It sheds light on how society dealt with those deemed "delusional" often confining them within institutions like hospitals or asylums. As we gaze upon this portrait today, it is impossible not to wonder about Augusta's story; what led to her confinement? What were her hopes and dreams? How did she cope with her illness? Preserved within the archives of The Metropolitan Museum of Art, this photograph stands as both a testament to Augusta's existence and a symbol of our ongoing quest for understanding mental health issues throughout history. It prompts us to reflect on our own perceptions while honoring those who have suffered silently in their battles against mental illness.
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