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Rock Ferry St Margarets Home
St Margarets Home for Roman Catholic girls at Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, was run by the Sisters of Charity. It trained young women to help prevent them falling into immoral situations and was also a Magdalen Home for penitents who had already fallen. Date: circa 1907
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© Mary Evans/Peter Higginbotham Collection
Birkenhead Charity Falling Ferry Immoral Magdalen Margarets Prevent Sisters Situations Trained 1907
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the timeless beauty and history of yesteryears with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, "Rock Ferry St Margarets Home by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online," transports you back in time to the late 19th century. The Sisters of Charity's St Margarets Home for Roman Catholic girls at Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, is depicted in this evocative photograph. A sanctuary for young women, this institution played a vital role in preventing them from falling into immoral situations. Bring the rich history and character of this era into your home or office with our museum-quality prints, expertly printed on premium paper for lasting brilliance and vibrancy. Each print is a unique piece of art, adding depth, intrigue, and sophistication to any space. Order yours today and let the story unfold.
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 33.7cm (21" x 13.3")
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.
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This evocative photograph captures the facade of St. Margarets Home for Roman Catholic girls at Rock Ferry, Birkenhead, circa 1907. Established and run by the Sisters of Charity, the home served as a refuge for young women in need of guidance and support. The Sisters provided training to help prevent these girls from falling into immoral situations and falling prey to societal pressures. Additionally, the home functioned as a Magdalen Home, offering shelter and redemption for penitent women who had already experienced such hardships. The Gothic Revival architecture of the building, with its pointed arches, intricate stonework, and tall, steepled chimneys, reflects the compassionate yet disciplined nature of the institution. The Sisters of Charity, in their traditional habits, can be seen in the foreground, tending to the gardens or engaging with the residents, embodying the spirit of care and nurture that defined St. Margarets Home. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, providing a poignant reminder of the vital role that institutions like St. Margarets played in providing sanctuary and second chances for countless young women during a time when societal pressures and limited opportunities often left them vulnerable.
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