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A Convicts Home
1877: Former policeman Mr Bayliss runs a Victorian dining room for ex-convicts in Drury Lane, London serving basins of leg of beef soup. Mr Bayliss is on the left, talking to Ramo Sammy, a local Indian drummer known as the tam tam man. Original Publication: From Street Life in London by John Thomson and Adolphe Smith - pub. 1877 (Photo by John Thomson/Spencer Arnold/Getty Images)
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John Thomson
Media ID 24158065
Catering Eating Out Format Landscape Sign
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Step into the captivating world of Victorian London with our exquisite Canvas Print of 'A Convicts Home' by John Thomson from the Media Storehouse Fine Art Collection. This evocative image transports you back in time to Drury Lane, where former policeman Mr. Bayliss runs a dining room for ex-convicts, serving hearty bowls of leg of beef soup. The rich, textured canvas brings the warm glow of the dining room to life, while the intricate details of the scene reveal the complexities of Victorian society. Hang this stunning piece in your home to add a touch of history and character to any room.
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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In this photo print, we are transported back to the year 1877, where a unique establishment called "A Convicts Home" thrived in Drury Lane, London. Former policeman Mr Bayliss can be seen on the left, engaging in conversation with Ramo Sammy, a local Indian drummer known as the tam tam man. The Victorian dining room exudes an air of nostalgia and history. As our eyes wander through the scene captured by John Thomson's lens, we notice basins filled with steaming leg of beef soup being served to ex-convicts who have found solace within these walls. The aroma must have been tantalizingly comforting for those seeking redemption and a fresh start. The presence of a sign indicates that this humble establishment catered to both men and women who had experienced life behind bars. It is fascinating to witness how society extended its hand towards those who were once considered outcasts. Amidst all this human activity, an adorable dog sits quietly nearby - perhaps offering companionship and loyalty to those present. This image serves as a reminder that even in challenging times, kindness and compassion can prevail. John Thomson's photograph from his iconic series "Street Life in London" co-authored by Adolphe Smith, allows us to glimpse into an era long gone but not forgotten. It captures not only the physical setting but also the spirit of resilience and hope that prevailed during that time period.
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