Fine Art Print : Convicts delivering meals to prison cells
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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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21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from the Media Storehouse, featuring this evocative image of convicts delivering meals to prison cells. Captured in the late 1800s, this Rights Managed print from Mary Evans Prints Online offers a glimpse into the harsh realities of life in an unnamed London prison. Uniformed warders closely supervise as convicts carefully place food cans and loaves of bread through narrow cell windows, a poignant reminder of the past. Add this historically significant print to your collection and bring a piece of the past into your home or office.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 33.4cm (21" x 13.1")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" 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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