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Middlesex County Lunatic Asylum, Colney Hatch, Consecration of the Cemetery (engraving)
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Middlesex County Lunatic Asylum, Colney Hatch, Consecration of the Cemetery (engraving)
1102090 Middlesex County Lunatic Asylum, Colney Hatch, Consecration of the Cemetery (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Middlesex County Lunatic Asylum, Colney Hatch, Consecration of the Cemetery. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 2 August 1851.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22641634
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Cemeteries Cemetery Churchyard Consecration Graveyard Hertfordshire
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This engraving captures a significant moment in history - the consecration of the cemetery at Middlesex County Lunatic Asylum, Colney Hatch. The image showcases a solemn ceremony taking place within the hallowed grounds of this renowned institution. The scene is filled with an air of reverence and importance as individuals gather to witness this sacred event. The cemetery, beautifully adorned with ornate tombstones and lush greenery, provides a serene backdrop for the proceedings. A sense of tranquility permeates through the image, contrasting with the stigma often associated with mental health institutions during that era. The composition draws attention to a group of distinguished figures leading the ceremony; their somber expressions reflecting both respect for those laid to rest and recognition of the significance this occasion holds for patients past and present. Surrounding them are attendees from various walks of life - doctors, nurses, administrators, and perhaps even family members paying their respects. This engraving not only serves as a visual record but also offers insight into societal attitudes towards mental health during Victorian times. It reminds us that behind these imposing walls lay real people who were deserving of dignity even in death. As we gaze upon this historical artifact today, it prompts reflection on how far we have come in our understanding and treatment of mental illness while serving as a poignant reminder to continue striving for compassion and empathy in all aspects of healthcare.
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