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Metal Print : Abbey Street Ragged Schools, Bethnal Green
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Abbey Street Ragged Schools, Bethnal Green
A free breakfast is provided to pupils at the Abbey Street Ragged Schools, Bethnal Green. Children sit at trestle tables. A woman sits at a harmonium. Date: late 1800s
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Media ID 14252348
© Mary Evans/Peter Higginbotham Collection
1800s Bethnal Breakfast Carehome Free Harmonium Orphanage Orphans Provided Pupils Ragged Schools Services Sits Tables Trestle Welfare Childrens
15"x10" (38x25cm) Metal Print
Step back in time with our stunning Metal Print of Abbey Street Ragged Schools, Bethnal Green, an evocative image from the late 1800s. Witness the heartwarming scene of children receiving a free breakfast before their lessons, as they sit at trestle tables. A woman plays the harmonium, setting the mood for a day of learning. This beautifully preserved photograph from Mary Evans Prints Online is now available as a Metal Print in our Media Storehouse range. The metal print process creates vibrant colors, incredible detail, and a sleek, modern look that adds depth and texture to any space. Bring history into your home or office with this inspiring and timeless piece.
Your image is printed photographically and bonded to a 3.5mm thick, Dibond board (black polyethylene sandwiched between two sheets of white coated aluminium). The panel is then sealed with a gloss protective covering. Supplied complete with a wall mount which holds the print 10mm from the wall.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Product Size is 38.1cm x 25.4cm (15" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative photograph from the late 1800s, we witness a heartwarming scene at the Abbey Street Ragged Schools in Bethnal Green, London. Established to provide education and basic care for the city's most vulnerable children, these schools were a vital part of the social welfare system during an era when poverty and hardship were rampant. The image captures the moment before the start of a new day, as children gather around trestle tables to enjoy a free breakfast, generously provided by the schools. The simple act of sharing a meal together creates a sense of community and belonging, offering these children a brief respite from the harsh realities of their daily lives. A woman, likely a teacher or caregiver, sits at a harmonium, adding a soothing melody to the scene. Her presence signifies the importance of music and art in nurturing the children's emotional and intellectual growth. The harmonium, a common instrument in schools and orphanages of the time, serves as a reminder of the essential role that music plays in providing comfort and solace. The Abbey Street Ragged Schools were a testament to the compassionate spirit of the community, offering a sanctuary for orphaned, abandoned, and neglected children. The photograph encapsulates the spirit of care and service that defined these institutions, providing a glimpse into the past and reminding us of the importance of supporting those in need.
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