Fine Art Print : Night view of Millbank Prison
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Night view of Millbank Prison
Night view across Thames of Millbank Prison, London. Date: 1862
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Media ID 7183399
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Millbank Pauper Prison Workhouse
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the captivating allure of history with our exquisite Night view of Millbank Prison Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse. This breathtaking image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, takes you back in time to 1862 as you gaze upon the moonlit Thames and the imposing silhouette of Millbank Prison in London. Each print is meticulously produced using premium materials, ensuring vibrant colors and exceptional detail. Bring this piece of historical art into your home or office to inspire and intrigue, and add a touch of timeless elegance to your space.
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 35.5cm (21" x 14")
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
1. Title: A Nighttime Tableau of Millbank Prison and the Thames, London, 1862 This evocative image captures the nighttime scene along the River Thames in London, with Millbank Prison standing sentinel on its western bank. The year is 1862, and the photograph offers a glimpse into the past, revealing the historical significance of this once formidable institution. Millbank Prison, established in 1816, was designed by the renowned architect Sir John Soane to house up to 1,000 prisoners. Its imposing structure, with its distinctive red brick façade, was intended to serve as a deterrent to would-be offenders. The prison complex also included a workhouse for paupers, providing a stark contrast to the prison itself, with its austere and utilitarian design. In this photograph, the prison is bathed in the soft glow of gas lamps, casting long, dark shadows across the water. The Thames, a constant presence in the lives of Londoners, mirrors the night sky, its surface calm and still. The reflection of the prison's towering walls and the faint outlines of nearby buildings add depth and intrigue to the image. The nighttime setting adds a sense of mystery and isolation to the scene, emphasizing the prison's role as a place of confinement and separation from the world outside. It also highlights the contrast between the harsh realities of incarceration and the tranquility of the natural world, which continues to flow undisturbed, oblivious to the goings-on within the prison walls. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the past and the evolving narrative of London's history. It invites us to reflect on the complexities of the human condition, the duality of light and darkness, and the enduring power of the Thames as a symbol of life and change.
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