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Fine Art Print : Hightown School for Boys, Hightown, near Liverpool
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Hightown School for Boys, Hightown, near Liverpool
A view of the Hightown Boys Industrial School for Boys, Hightown, near Liverpool Date: 1906
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Media ID 8200343
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21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print of Hightown School for Boys by Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image, dated 1906, offers a glimpse into the past with its depiction of the historic industrial school for boys located near Liverpool. The intricate architectural details and the atmosphere of a bygone era make this print an essential addition to any home or office. Bring history to life with the authenticity and beauty of our Media Storehouse range of Fine Art Prints.
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 33.2cm (21" x 13.1")
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 evocative photograph captures the imposing facade of Hightown School for Boys, an Industrial School located near Liverpool, England, in the year 1906. Established to provide education and training to neglected, destitute, or delinquent boys, the school was part of the larger social reform movement of the late Victorian era. The image reveals a grand, red-brick building with tall, arched windows and intricate stonework. The boys' uniforms, visible through the windows, add a sense of order and discipline to the scene. The school's grounds extend beyond the frame, with trees lining the pathway and a large, open field in the distance. At the time, Industrial Schools like Hightown aimed to provide a more humane alternative to the workhouses and prisons that were the only options for many children in need. Boys were taught various trades, such as shoemaking, carpentry, and agriculture, to prepare them for a productive and self-sufficient life. Despite the school's noble intentions, life at Hightown was far from easy. Long hours, harsh discipline, and a regimented routine were the norm. Boys were expected to adhere to strict rules and face consequences for disobedience. Nevertheless, the school offered a chance for many boys to escape the harsh realities of poverty and neglect. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the past, providing a glimpse into the lives of the boys who attended Hightown School for Boys and the societal conditions that led to its establishment. It also highlights the importance of education and the role it plays in shaping the future of individuals and communities.
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