Fine Art Print : Tread wheel fan at Coldbath Fields Prison
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Tread wheel fan at Coldbath Fields Prison
Tread wheel fan at Coldbath Fields Prison, Clerkenwell. Date: 1862
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Clerkenwell Coldbath Fields Pauper Prison Tread Wheel Workhouse
20"x20" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image of a Treadwheel Prison Fan at Coldbath Fields Prison, taken in 1862, offers a haunting glimpse into the past. Rights Managed through Mary Evans Prints Online, this print is not just a piece of decor, but a window into history. The intricate details of the treadwheel and the grimy prison walls transport you to another era. Add this stunning print to your collection and bring history into your home.
20x20 image printed on 26x26 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 50.8cm x 48.1cm (20" x 18.9")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 66cm (26" x 26")
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 haunting image captures the grim reality of life in Coldbath Fields Prison in Clerkenwell, London during the mid-19th century. The photograph shows a treadwheel fan, a common feature in many Victorian prisons and workhouses. The paupers, often the poor and destitute, were forced to turn the wheel to generate airflow, providing meager relief from the oppressive heat and stuffy conditions within the prison walls. Coldbath Fields Prison, established in 1851, was infamous for its harsh living conditions and inhumane treatment of its inmates. The prison was designed to house both male and female convicts, as well as paupers who were unable to support themselves. The treadwheel was just one of the many punitive measures used to discipline and control the prisoners. The prisoners were made to work for long hours each day, turning the wheel to generate power for the prison. The work was grueling and exhausting, with little rest or respite. The prisoners were often malnourished and disease-ridden, leading to high mortality rates. The treadwheel fan serves as a stark reminder of the harsh living conditions endured by the paupers and prisoners during this period. It is a testament to the inhumane treatment meted out to those who were unable to support themselves in society. The image also highlights the importance of basic amenities like adequate ventilation and the need for humane treatment of prisoners and paupers. This photograph provides a glimpse into the grim past of Coldbath Fields Prison and the lives of its inmates. It is a powerful reminder of the need for compassion and empathy towards those who are less fortunate and the importance of ensuring that basic human rights are upheld in all institutions, be it prisons or workhouses.
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