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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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Millbank Pauper Prison Workhouse


22"x18" Modern Frame

Experience the historic allure of London's past with our exquisite framed print of "Night view of Millbank Prison" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This breathtaking image, captured in 1862, showcases the striking nighttime view of Millbank Prison across the Thames. Each print is meticulously framed to preserve the rich details of the photograph, transporting you back in time. Add this captivating piece to your home or office for a touch of history and timeless elegance.

20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. 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 50.8cm x 45.7cm (20" x 18")

Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 45.7cm (22" x 18")

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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