Dormitory at Christ's Hospital School in 1862

DESCRIPTION: This image depicts a dormitory at Christ's Hospital School in 1862.  Christ's Hospital is one of the oldest boarding schools in England, founded in the 16th century to educate poor children.  The engraving showcases the living conditions of the students, featuring rows of simple beds, long benches, and desks.  The image was originally published in "The Illustrated London News" on December 27th, 1862.  The school is still operating today as an independent boarding and day school in West Sussex. See also #2031 and #2078 STYLE: Engraving COLOUR: Monochrome SIZE (cm): 25 x 17.5 CREATORS: PUBLICATION: ILN 27 Dec 1862 PUBLISHER: DATE: 1862 COMMENTS: Excellent condition SUBJECT: Newsprint PACKAGE: Single one-sided sheet in acid-free mount, flat & unfolded inside hard-backed envelope. Royal Mail Tracked 24 included. Note: Images are provided for illustration purposes only and are intended to show the complete printed product, including any imperfections of age that may be present. Frames or props shown in the images are for display purposes only and are not included with your purchase.