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Framed Print : Robert Owen - New Harmony, Indiana, USA
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Robert Owen - New Harmony, Indiana, USA
New Harmony, Indiana, USA. Robert Owen established an experimental co-operative community to compliment his ideas for social reform. The project failed in 1828. Date: 1838
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1824 1828 Communities Community Compliment Established Experimental Failed Harmony Ideas Indiana Mcclure Operative Owen Planning Project Reform Socialism Towns
18"x14" Modern Frame
Introduce a piece of historical significance into your home or office with our Framed Print of Robert Owen at New Harmony, Indiana, USA. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases Robert Owen, a pioneering figure in social reform, as he established his experimental co-operative community in 1820s Indiana. The failure of the project in 1828 did not diminish the impact of Owen's ideas, making this print a thought-provoking addition to any space. Embrace the rich history of social reform with our beautifully crafted Framed Print.
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.
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This photograph depicts Robert Owen, a pioneering figure in the history of social reform, standing amidst the picturesque landscape of New Harmony, Indiana, USA. Established in 1825, New Harmony was an experimental co-operative community founded by Owen to complement his visionary ideas for social reform. Inspired by the success of his earlier cooperative ventures in Scotland and England, Owen sought to create a utopian society based on the principles of equality, communal ownership, and education. Born in Scotland in 1771, Owen was a visionary industrialist, philanthropist, and social theorist. He believed that the ills of society could be addressed through the establishment of a new social order, where individuals would work together for the common good. In New Harmony, Owen and his followers attempted to put these ideas into practice, establishing a town planned around the principles of harmony and cooperation. The community thrived for a time, with residents working together to build homes, farms, and communal facilities. However, the project ultimately failed in 1828, due in part to financial difficulties and cultural differences between the residents. Despite its shortcomings, New Harmony remains an important chapter in the history of social reform and the development of socialist and utopian thought. This photograph, taken in 1838, captures Owen in his later years, reflecting on the legacy of his failed experiment. The image serves as a reminder of the enduring power of Owen's ideas and the ongoing quest for a more equitable and harmonious society.
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