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Fine Art Print : Site of the Model Lodging-House, erecting by the General Society for Improving the Dwellings of the Working Classes (engraving)
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Site of the Model Lodging-House, erecting by the General Society for Improving the Dwellings of the Working Classes (engraving)
1601711 Site of the Model Lodging-House, erecting by the General Society for Improving the Dwellings of the Working Classes (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Site of the Model Lodging-House, erecting by the General Society for Improving the Dwellings of the Working Classes. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 16 April 1853.
English School (19th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23005446
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Charity Erecting Site Working Classes
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print of "Site of the Model Lodging-House, erecting by the General Society for Improving the Dwellings of the Working Classes" by the English School. This captivating engraving, brought to you by Bridgeman Images from Fine Art Finder, offers a glimpse into the past, showcasing the construction of a model lodging house by the General Society for Improving the Dwellings of the Working Classes. Add a touch of history and sophistication to your home or office with this stunning piece of art.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 29.6cm (21" x 11.7")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" 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 engraving, titled "Site of the Model Lodging-House, erecting by the General Society for Improving the Dwellings of the Working Classes" offers a glimpse into 19th-century London's efforts to combat poverty and improve living conditions for its working class citizens. The image showcases a construction site bustling with activity as workers laboriously build what would become a model lodging house. The scene depicts an important moment in history when charitable organizations like the General Society took it upon themselves to address the dire housing situation faced by those belonging to the lower strata of society. This initiative aimed to provide decent accommodation for individuals who were often subjected to cramped and unsanitary living conditions. As we observe this powerful engraving, we are transported back in time, witnessing not only physical construction but also witnessing hope being built brick by brick. The image serves as a reminder that even amidst adversity, compassion can prevail. Through this visual representation, we gain insight into London's determination to uplift its working classes and offer them dignified spaces they could call home. It is an enduring testament to humanity's capacity for empathy and our collective responsibility towards one another. This print from Fine Art Finder allows us to appreciate both the historical significance of these endeavors and their lasting impact on urban development initiatives worldwide.
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