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Ground plan of Wandsworth Prison
Ground plan of Surrey Prison and House of Correction, Wandsworth Date: 1862
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Correction Pauper Plan Prison Surrey Wandsworth Workhouse
10"x10" (25x25cm) Canvas Print
"Bring a piece of historical architecture into your home with our Canvas Print of the Ground Plan of Wandsworth Prison from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, dates back to 1862 and offers a unique glimpse into the past. The intricate details of the prison's layout are beautifully rendered in this high-quality canvas print, making it an intriguing conversation starter and a stunning addition to any room. Order now and step back in time with Media Storehouse."
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
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.
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This intricately detailed ground plan, dated 1862, depicts the layout of Wandsworth Prison and House of Correction in Surrey, England. The institution, popularly known as Wandsworth Prison, was designed to house both male and female convicts, as well as paupers who were required to work in the attached workhouse. The plan reveals the prison's extensive complex, which included various buildings for different purposes. The central structure housed the chapel, infirmary, and offices, while the prison wings were arranged in a radial pattern around a central courtyard. Each wing consisted of cells arranged in tiers, with corridors running along the outer walls. The workhouse, located to the north of the prison, was connected by a covered walkway, allowing for easy access for inmates assigned to work there. The prison was built with the intention of reforming convicts through hard labor, discipline, and religious instruction. The design of the prison reflected this philosophy, with the central courtyard providing a space for drills and parades, and the workhouse allowing inmates to contribute to the community by producing goods for sale. The ground plan offers a unique glimpse into the daily life of the prison and the workhouse during this period. It reveals the meticulous planning and organization required to run such an institution, and the importance placed on both punishment and rehabilitation. The intricate details of the plan also serve as a reminder of the architectural and design innovations of the time, which influenced the development of prisons and other institutions well into the 20th century.
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