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Master Mariners Almshouses a41_00139
MASTER MARINERS ALMSHOUSE, CARR LANE, CITY OF KINGSTON UPON HULL. An exterior view of the Master Mariners Almshouses, damaged in an air raid in 1941, seen from the east with the former Cecil Theatre in the background. The almshouses consisted of two blocks; the first was the Master Mariners Almshouse, built in 1834, and the second was the Mariners Almshouse, built in 1837. Both blocks were built for the Corporation of the Trinity House and housed retired and ill seamen and their families. The almshouses were damaged in 1941 by bombs, and were demolished post-war. The Theatre in the background was originally built in 1911, on the corner of Anlaby Road and the Ferensway, rebuilt in 1925 and renamed the Cecil Theatre. It also suffered bomb damage in May 1941, but the ruins were not cleared away until 1953
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Media ID 21160645
© Historic England Archive
20th Century Blitz Cinema Theatre Almshouse Hanoverian
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Introducing the captivating Master Mariners Almshouses print from our Media Storehouse collection. This exquisite piece, taken from the Historic England archive, showcases the exterior of the Master Mariners Almshouses located on Carr Lane in the City of Kingston upon Hull. This evocative photograph, captured by George Bernard Wood, offers a glimpse into the past, transporting you back in time to a era marked by history and tradition. The image reveals the intricate architectural details of the Almshouses, their grandeur softened by the passage of time. Yet, this print is not just a work of art - it's a piece of history. The Master Mariners Almshouses were severely damaged during an air raid in 1941, adding an intriguing layer of storytelling to this beautiful print. Bring a piece of history into your home or office with our Master Mariners Almshouses print. Each print is carefully crafted using high-quality materials to ensure the vibrancy and detail of the image are preserved for years to come. Add this stunning addition to your collection today and let the story of the Master Mariners Almshouses be a conversation starter in your space.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
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.
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This print captures the poignant history of the Master Mariners Almshouses in Kingston upon Hull. Standing proudly, yet damaged, after an air raid in 1941, the almshouses are seen from the east with the former Cecil Theatre looming in the background. These almshouses were a vital sanctuary for retired and ill seamen and their families, consisting of two blocks: the Master Mariners Almshouse built in 1834 and the Mariners Almshouse constructed in 1837. Tragically, both blocks fell victim to bomb damage during World War II and were ultimately demolished post-war. The image serves as a reminder of their once grand existence and their significant role within maritime communities. The Theatre itself has its own tale to tell. Originally erected in 1911 on Anlaby Road and Ferensway corner, it was rebuilt in 1925 under a new name - Cecil Theatre. However, even this cultural landmark did not escape devastation during May 1941 when bombs ravaged its structure. It took until 1953 for these ruins to be cleared away completely. George Bernard Wood's skillful photography immortalizes this historical moment where remnants of resilience stand side by side with destruction caused by war. This image is a testament to our collective past – one that reminds us of both human strength amidst adversity and our duty to preserve such heritage for future generations.
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