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Canvas Print : Our London Poor, a Tea to Seven Hundred Tramps and Beggars in Moorgate Street Hall (wood engraving)
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Our London Poor, a Tea to Seven Hundred Tramps and Beggars in Moorgate Street Hall (wood engraving)
1059071 Our London Poor, a Tea to Seven Hundred Tramps and Beggars in Moorgate Street Hall (wood engraving) by Macbeth, Robert Walker (1848-1910); Private Collection; (add.info.: Our London Poor, a Tea to Seven Hundred Tramps and Beggars in Moorgate Street Hall. Illustration for The Graphic, 15 January 1876.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection; Scottish, out of copyright
Media ID 23562492
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Beggars Charity London Poor Tramps
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Experience the poignant history of London's past with our stunning Canvas Print of "Our London Poor, a Tea to Seven Hundred Tramps and Beggars in Moorgate Street Hall" by Robert Walker Macbeth. This captivating wood engraving, sourced from Bridgeman Images through Fine Art Finder, portrays a powerful image of Moorgate Street Hall where seven hundred tramps and beggars were once gathered for a charitable event. Add a touch of history and character to your home or office with this exquisite and thought-provoking piece of art.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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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The black and white wood engraving titled "Our London Poor, a Tea to Seven Hundred Tramps and Beggars in Moorgate Street Hall" captures a poignant moment of charity amidst the harsh realities of poverty in Victorian London. Created by Robert Walker Macbeth in 1876, this powerful image depicts an act of kindness that aimed to alleviate the suffering of those less fortunate. In the bustling Moorgate Street Hall, we witness a scene filled with destitute men and women who have come together for a rare opportunity - to enjoy a cup of tea. The artist's attention to detail allows us to see the worn-out clothes, tired expressions, and weathered faces that reflect lives marked by hardship. This print serves as both documentation and commentary on the social inequality prevalent during this era. It reminds us that while some thrived in opulence, others struggled daily for their basic needs. Through his artistry, Macbeth shines a light on these forgotten members of society, urging viewers to acknowledge their existence and extend compassion. "Our London Poor" is not merely an illustration; it is an invitation for reflection. It prompts us to consider our own role in addressing poverty and encourages empathy towards those marginalized by circumstance. This wood engraving continues to resonate today as a reminder that acts of charity can bring hope even amidst despair – offering solace when it is needed most.
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