Poster Print : A poor young London street Arab
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A poor young London street Arab
Illustration entitled A London Street Arab The Bete Noir of School Boards. This is a portrait of a poor boy in ragged clothes
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Media ID 4398741
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1872 Arab Bete Entitled Noir Poor Ragged
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
"Introducing the Media Storehouse range of evocative poster prints, featuring the haunting image of "A Poor Young London Street Arab" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This powerful portrait, entitled "The Bete Noir of School Boards," captures the essence of poverty and hardship in Victorian London. The young boy, dressed in ragged clothes, gazes out at the viewer with a look of quiet determination, transporting us back in time. These high-quality poster prints are perfect for adding depth and character to any room, sparking conversation and inspiring reflection. Order yours today and bring a piece of history into your home or office."
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 Image Size (if not cropped) is 42cm x 54.8cm (16.5" x 21.6")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This poignant illustration captures the harsh reality faced by a poor young London street Arab in the late 19th century. The boy, dressed in tattered clothes, stands as a stark reminder of the struggles and hardships endured by many children living on the streets during this time.
The detailed portrayal of the boy's ragged appearance serves as a powerful commentary on the social inequalities and poverty that plagued Victorian-era London. Despite his youth, he exudes a sense of resilience and determination to survive in an unforgiving urban environment.
The title "A London Street Arab: The Bete Noir of School Boards" hints at the challenges faced by impoverished children when it came to accessing education and opportunities for advancement. This illustration sheds light on how societal structures often failed to support those most in need, leaving them vulnerable and marginalized.
As we reflect on this historical image, we are reminded of the importance of compassion, empathy, and advocacy for those who continue to face similar struggles today. It serves as a call to action to address systemic issues that perpetuate cycles of poverty and inequality within our communities.
Through this evocative portrait, we are urged to confront uncomfortable truths about our past while striving towards a more just and equitable future for all individuals, regardless of their socioeconomic background.
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