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Eviction of Poor Irish Families in Leather Lane, Holborn (engraving)
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Eviction of Poor Irish Families in Leather Lane, Holborn (engraving)
1614510 Eviction of Poor Irish Families in Leather Lane, Holborn (engraving) by Almond, William Douglas (1866-1916); Private Collection; (add.info.: Eviction of Poor Irish Families in Leather Lane, Holborn. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 2 January 1892.
W D Almond); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22853314
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Eviction Holborn Homeless Homelessness Poors Precarious Precariousness Leather Lane
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This print titled "Eviction of Poor Irish Families in Leather Lane, Holborn" takes us back to a poignant moment in history. The engraving, created by William Douglas Almond in 1892, offers a glimpse into the harsh reality faced by impoverished Irish families living in London during that time. The image portrays a scene of eviction unfolding on the streets of Leather Lane. It captures the desperation and helplessness etched on the faces of those being forced out of their homes. Their meager belongings are scattered around them as they face an uncertain future filled with homelessness and destitution. Through this powerful artwork, Almond sheds light on the precariousness experienced by these poor families. Poverty is starkly evident as we witness their struggle for survival amidst societal neglect and indifference. Leather Lane itself becomes a symbol of urban poverty and despair, where countless lives were disrupted and shattered due to economic hardships. This engraving serves as both a historical record and a reminder of the social inequalities that plagued Victorian-era London. As we gaze upon this evocative piece, it prompts us to reflect on our own society's treatment of vulnerable populations today. It urges us to confront issues such as homelessness and poverty with empathy and compassion, ensuring that no one is left behind or forgotten like those depicted in this haunting image from over a century ago.
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