Framed Print : Shaftesbury Home, Sudbury
Framed Photos from Mary Evans Picture Library
Shaftesbury Home, Sudbury
Inmates of the Shaftesbury Home, Sudbury, in June 1900. Date: 1900
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Media ID 14262038
© Mary Evans/Peter Higginbotham Collection
14"x12" (38x32cm) Modern Frame
Bring a piece of historical charm into your home with our Framed Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the captivating image "Inmates of the Shaftesbury Home, Sudbury" by Mary Evans Prints Online. This beautiful photograph, dated 1900, offers a glimpse into the past with its poignant depiction of the Shaftesbury Home in Sudbury. Add this framed print to your decor and let the story of this intriguing image be a conversation starter in your space. A perfect addition to any room in your home, this framed print is not only a beautiful piece of art but also a window to history.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (38x32cm). 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
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 16.9cm (9.6" x 6.7")
Estimated Product Size is 37.6cm x 32.5cm (14.8" x 12.8")
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
In this evocative photograph taken in June 1900, we witness a poignant moment at the Shaftesbury Home in Sudbury, a charitable institution dedicated to providing care and shelter for the destitute, elderly, and infirm. The image captures a group of residents, mostly women, gathered in the sunlit courtyard of the home, their faces expressing a range of emotions from contentment to melancholy. The women wear simple, worn clothing, and some are seated on benches or chairs, while others stand, leaning on walking sticks or holding onto each other for support. The atmosphere is one of community and camaraderie, as the residents enjoy a moment of respite from their daily struggles. The Shaftesbury Home was founded in 1878 by the Reverend Henry Bird, a local vicar, and was named after the Earl of Shaftesbury, a prominent philanthropist and social reformer. The home provided essential services such as food, shelter, and medical care to those in need, and relied on the support of the local community and charitable donations to operate. This photograph offers a glimpse into the lives of the residents of the Shaftesbury Home, providing a poignant reminder of the challenges and struggles faced by the most vulnerable members of society over a century ago. The image also serves as a testament to the power of community and the importance of providing care and support to those in need. The photograph is a valuable historical record, offering insights into the social conditions of the time and the role of charitable institutions in providing care and support to the most vulnerable members of society. It is a poignant reminder of the importance of compassion and empathy, and the enduring power of human connection.
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