Canvas Print : Convicts delivering meals to prison cells
Canvas Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
Convicts delivering meals to prison cells
Uniformed warders supervise convicts delivering food cans and bread to the cells at an unnamed London prison
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Media ID 4481295
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30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the captivating "Convicts Delivering Meals to Prison Cells" canvas print from Media Storehouse, an intriguing glimpse into the past. This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the stark reality of prison life in an unnamed London institution. Uniformed warders closely supervise convicts as they deliver food cans and bread through narrow prison cell windows. This evocative piece transports you back in time, offering a unique and thought-provoking addition to any space. The high-quality canvas print, with its vibrant colors and impressive detail, ensures a stunning visual experience. Bring history into your home with this captivating print from Media Storehouse.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 76.2cm x 50.8cm (30" 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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures a moment in time from the Victorian-Edwardian era, depicting uniformed warders closely supervising convicts as they deliver meals to the prison cells at an unnamed London penal institution. The image, taken in the early 1900s, offers a glimpse into the harsh realities of life within the confines of a British prison during this period. The convicts, dressed in tattered clothing, carry food cans and loaves of bread, carefully placing them through small, barred windows and into the dimly lit cells. The warders, clad in their distinctive uniforms, maintain a watchful eye over the proceedings, ensuring that the delivery process runs smoothly and without incident. The doors to the cells are kept open, revealing the sparse and cramped living quarters of the inmates. The atmosphere is one of quiet efficiency, as the convicts perform their duties as part of their punishment and rehabilitation. The use of bread and canned food for meals was a common practice during this era, reflecting the economical and practical nature of prison administration. This historical photograph offers a unique insight into the daily routines and living conditions of prisoners and warders during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. It serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of rehabilitation and the role of correctional institutions in society, as well as the evolving nature of prison systems and the treatment of convicts over time.
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