Canvas Print : Kingsdown Orphanage, London - Children going to school
Canvas Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
Kingsdown Orphanage, London - Children going to school
Children off to school from the Kingsdown Orphanage, Pemberton Gardens, north London
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 14228774
© Mary Evans / Peter Higginbotham Collection
Orphan Orphanage Orphans Pemberton Welfare Childrens Kingsdown
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the captivating "Children going to school" canvas print from our Media Storehouse collection. This beautiful image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a glimpse into the past with a poignant depiction of children from the Kingsdown Orphanage in London making their way to school. The black-and-white photograph, taken in Pemberton Gardens, north London, evokes a sense of nostalgia and innocence. Our high-quality canvas prints are meticulously crafted to bring out the intricate details and textures of the original image, making it a stunning addition to any home or office space. Relive history with this unique and captivating piece.
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 76.2cm x 50.8cm (30" x 20")
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 a moment of hope and determination as children from the Kingsdown Orphanage in Pemberton Gardens, north London, make their way to school. Established in 1874, the Kingsdown Orphanage provided a home and education for over 2,000 children who had been abandoned, orphaned, or otherwise in need of care. The institution was run by the London County Council and was renowned for its progressive approach to child welfare, which prioritized the importance of education and socialization. In this image, we see a group of young boys and girls, dressed in their best clothes and clutching their schoolbooks, setting off on their daily journey to learn. Their expressions are focused and determined, reflecting the importance they place on their education and the opportunities it will provide them in life. The scene is a testament to the resilience and determination of these children, who despite the challenges they have faced, are committed to their studies and their future. The photograph also offers a glimpse into the history of social welfare in London during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The establishment of institutions like the Kingsdown Orphanage was a response to the growing awareness of the need for better care and support for vulnerable children in the city. This image serves as a reminder of the crucial role that such institutions played in shaping the lives of countless children and providing them with the foundation they needed to build a better future.
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