Female convict in cell, Millbank Prison
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Female convict in cell, Millbank Prison
A female convict in a cell at Millbank Prison, London. She is wearing a canvas dress and is being punished for tearing her normal clothes. Date: 1862
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Cell Convict Millbank Normal Pauper Prison Punished Tearing Workhouse
Discover the intrigue and history of the past with our captivating jigsaw puzzle from the Media Storehouse collection. This puzzle features an evocative image of a female convict in a cell at Millbank Prison, London, taken in 1862. Witness the details of her canvas dress and the somber atmosphere of the cell as you piece together this intriguing puzzle. A fascinating glimpse into history, this puzzle is perfect for puzzle enthusiasts and history buffs alike. Bring the past to life with the high-quality, vibrant pieces and immerse yourself in the story behind this powerful image from Mary Evans Prints Online.
Made in the USA, 252-piece puzzles measure 11" x 14" (27.9 x 35.5 cm). Every puzzle is meticulously printed on glossy photo paper, which has a strong 1.33 mm thickness. Delivered in a black storage cardboard box, these puzzles are both stylish and practical. (Note: puzzles contain small parts and are not suitable for children under 3 years of age.)
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this haunting image from 1862, a female convict is seen sitting despondently in her cell at Millbank Prison in London. The convict, dressed in a coarse canvas dress, appears to be in a state of punishment, her normal clothes lying in tatters on the floor of her cell. Millbank Prison, which opened in 1816, was one of the largest and most notorious prisons in England during the Victorian era. It was known for its harsh conditions and punitive regime, which aimed to reform prisoners through physical and mental suffering. The convict in this photograph was likely a pauper, meaning she had been unable to support herself and had been taken in by the workhouse or poor law system. It is unclear what offense she had committed to be sent to Millbank Prison, but it is evident that she has been punished for tearing her normal clothes. The canvas dress she is wearing was a common form of punishment clothing for female prisoners in Victorian prisons. These dresses were made of rough, coarse material and were intended to be uncomfortable and humiliating. They were often worn as a form of punishment for minor infractions, such as disobedience or rule-breaking. Despite the harsh conditions and punitive regime, Millbank Prison was also a place of reform and rehabilitation. Prisoners were expected to work, attend religious services, and receive education and training in various trades. However, the punitive measures, such as the wearing of canvas dresses, were intended to instill discipline and obedience. This photograph offers a glimpse into the harsh realities of life in a Victorian prison and the punitive measures used to reform and discipline female convicts. It serves as a reminder of the challenging conditions faced by prisoners during this period and the importance of reforming the criminal justice system to prioritize rehabilitation over punishment.
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