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Sir Arthur Pearson on St. Dunstans Day, Trafalgar Square
Sir Arthur Pearson (1866-1921), English newspaper and magazine publisher, seen at his wifes stall in Trafalgar Square on St. Dunstans Day. Sir Arthur founded St. Dunstans hostel for blinded soldiers and sailors during the First World War to aid rehabilitation of men who had lost their sight during the conflict. Blind himself, he never considered blindness an affliction. Instead, he thought of it as a handicap which through patience and perserverance could be surmounted. It was a maxim that was embodied in the spirit of St. Dunstans and led to Pearson being lauded, the blind leader of the blind. Date: 1919
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Media ID 14241932
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Arthur Blind Blinded Blindness Charitable Charity Dunstan Dunstans Fundraising Hostel Pearson Publisher Rehabilitation Sailors Servicemen Sight Stall Trafalgar 1919
23"x19" (58x48cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 16x12 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 23x19 inches (584x482mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 39.6cm x 21.3cm (15.6" x 8.4")
Estimated Product Size is 58.4cm x 48.2cm (23" x 19")
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
This evocative photograph captures Sir Arthur Pearson (1866-1921), a pioneering English newspaper and magazine publisher, at his wife's stall in Trafalgar Square on St. Dunstan's Day in 1919. Sir Arthur, who was blind himself, is best known for founding St. Dunstan's Hostel for blinded soldiers and sailors during the First World War. This charitable organization played a crucial role in the rehabilitation of men who had lost their sight during the conflict. Sir Arthur's unwavering belief that blindness was not an affliction but a handicap that could be surmounted through patience and perseverance was a maxim that resonated deeply with the spirit of St. Dunstan's. His inspiring leadership earned him the moniker, 'the blind leader of the blind.' The photograph shows Sir Arthur, dressed in a suit and hat, intently engaging with a crowd of people around his wife's stall. Posters advertising St. Dunstan's Hostel can be seen in the background, while servicemen and civilians look on with interest. The atmosphere is one of community, hope, and determination. St. Dunstan's Day, also known as All Saints' Day for the Dead, was a time for remembering and honoring those who had lost their lives in the war. Sir Arthur's presence at the event underscores the importance of supporting those who had survived but were still struggling with the aftermath of the conflict. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the resilience and fortitude of the human spirit, even in the face of adversity. Sir Arthur Pearson's legacy continues to inspire us today, as we strive to help those in need and overcome challenges that seem insurmountable.
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