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Framed 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
18"x14" Modern Frame
Step back in time with our exquisite Framed Print of the Site of the Model Lodging-House, an enlightening engraving by the English School from Bridgeman Images. This fine art piece, sourced from Fine Art Finder, showcases the groundbreaking efforts of the General Society for Improving the Dwellings of the Working Classes as they erected this innovative lodging house. A must-have for history enthusiasts and art collectors, this Framed Print adds a touch of timeless charm to any room in your home or office.
16x12 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 35.6cm (16" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 35.6cm (18" x 14")
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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