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Fine Art Print : Group of Children in the Royal Caledonian Asylum - from a painting by Mr. Wighton, 1858. Creator: Unknown
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Group of Children in the Royal Caledonian Asylum - from a painting by Mr. Wighton, 1858. Creator: Unknown
Group of Children in the Royal Caledonian Asylum [in London] - from a painting by Mr. Wighton, 1858. The object of the institution is the maintenance and education of the children of soldiers, sailors, and marines, natives of Scotland, who have either died or been disabled in the service of their country...At present there are sixty-seven boys and forty-nine girls in the asylum, many of whom are the sons and daughters of the brave Scottish soldiers who so nobly fought and died during the late Russian war...There is here represented a very touching picture of a little orphan boy, about five years of age, who has recently been placed in the Asylum. He appears to have just returned from the childlike occupation of gathering wild flowers, and to have attracted the attention of an elder boy and two girls who stand around him, and seem to contemplate his youthful appearance with feelings of sympathy and admiration'. From "Illustrated London News", 1858
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20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the past with this exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse. Featuring a captivating painting by Mr. Wighton from 1858, this image transports us to the Royal Caledonian Asylum in London. Witness the heartwarming scene of a group of children, the offspring of soldiers, receiving care and education within the institution's walls. This beautiful, vintage artwork is a testament to the power of community and compassion. Add a touch of history and charm to your home or office with this stunning Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 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 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative image captures a moment of tenderness and compassion among a group of children residing at the Royal Caledonian Asylum in London, as depicted in a painting by Mr. Wighton in 1858. The Royal Caledonian Asylum was established to provide for the maintenance and education of Scottish children who had lost their parents in the service of their country, either through death or disability. At the time of this painting, there were sixty-seven boys and forty-nine girls in the asylum, many of whom were the offspring of the brave Scottish soldiers who had valiantly fought and sacrificed their lives during the late Russian war. In this heartwarming scene, a young orphan boy, around five years old, is depicted returning from his childlike pursuit of gathering wild flowers. He is surrounded by an elder boy and two girls, who seem to be contemplating his youthful appearance with feelings of sympathy and admiration. The tender interaction between the children highlights the nurturing and supportive environment that the Royal Caledonian Asylum provided for its residents. This poignant image serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by Scottish soldiers and their families during times of war and the importance of institutions like the Royal Caledonian Asylum in providing for their children's wellbeing.
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