Framed Print : Wood Street Compter
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Wood Street Compter
WOOD STREET COMPTER used mostly for debtors but also as an overflow for Newgate : demolished in 1816
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Media ID 625079
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1670 1816 Debtors Demolished L Aw New Gate Overflow Prison Prisons Savoy Compter
12"x10" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating "Wood Street Compter" framed print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you in partnership with Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This intriguing historical image offers a glimpse into the past, depicting the Wood Street Compter, a debtors' prison that once stood in London. Known primarily for housing debtors, it also served as an overflow for Newgate Prison. The print's rich details and evocative atmosphere transport you back in time, making it an essential addition to any history or art enthusiast's collection. Embellish your home or office with this beautifully framed, high-quality print and let the story of London's past unfold before your eyes.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 30.5cm (10" x 12")
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
This haunting image captures the imposing facade of the Wood Street Compter, a notorious prison in 19th century Britain. Used primarily for debtors, this grim institution also served as an overflow for Newgate Prison before its demolition in 1816. The history of this place is steeped in tales of hardship and despair, where those who fell into debt were confined within its walls.
The architecture of the Wood Street Compter speaks volumes about the harsh realities faced by prisoners during that time period. Its solid stone walls and barred windows are a stark reminder of the confinement and isolation experienced by those held captive within.
As we gaze upon this historical photograph, we are transported back to a time when justice was often brutal and unforgiving. The Wood Street Compter stands as a testament to the struggles faced by debtors and prisoners alike, serving as a somber reminder of our shared past.
Through Mary Evans Picture Library's print, we are given a glimpse into a chapter of British history that is both fascinating and sobering. It serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of understanding our collective past, no matter how dark or difficult it may be.
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