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Source Size = 1768 x 3078
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Source Size = 1768 x 3078
OPENING OF THE SEAMANs ORPHANAGE, LIVERPOOL, BY H.R.H. THE DUKE OF EDINBURGH: 3. The Visit to the Dormitory. 4. The Procession passing through the Entrance Hall. October 10, 1874
Liszt Collection of nineteenth-century engravings and images to browse and enjoy
Media ID 12971593
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1874 Engraving Dormitory Duke Edinburgh Entrance Hall Liverpool Opening Orphanage Passing Procession Visit Seamans
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This vintage print captures a significant moment in history - the opening of the Seaman's Orphanage in Liverpool, England. The image showcases two key scenes from that memorable day on October 10,1874. In the first scene, we witness H. R. H. The Duke of Edinburgh paying a visit to the dormitory where young seafaring orphans found solace and support. His presence symbolizes royal patronage and highlights the importance of this charitable institution. The second scene depicts a grand procession passing through the majestic Entrance Hall of the orphanage. This procession represents unity and solidarity as it comprises individuals from all walks of life coming together to celebrate this noble cause. Engraved with meticulous detail, this historic engraving offers us a glimpse into Victorian-era arts and culture while showcasing an illustrative technique that was popular during that time period. The retro-styled print evokes nostalgia for an era long gone by. As we admire this image from Arkheia's Liszt Collection, let us reflect upon the significance of such philanthropic endeavors in our society's past and present. It serves as a reminder that compassion knows no boundaries and can transform lives even amidst challenging circumstances like those faced by seamen's orphans in 19th-century Liverpool.
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