Poster 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
18x24 inch Poster Print
Introducing the captivating Wood Street Compter poster from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you by Mary Evans Picture Library. This intriguing print offers a glimpse into history with an image of the once-notorious Wood Street Compter, also known as the Debtors' Prison. Situated in London, the Wood Street Compter was a place of confinement primarily used for housing debtors. The prison gained infamy due to its overcrowding, which often led it to function as an overflow for Newgate Prison. The image portrays the grim yet fascinating facade of this historical institution, which was eventually demolished in 1816. Bring this piece of history into your home or office with our high-quality poster prints. Our prints are produced using premium materials and vibrant, long-lasting inks, ensuring that the intricate details of this image are captured in stunning clarity. Add this Wood Street Compter poster to your collection and transport yourself back in time, or make an intriguing addition to any room that values history and the stories it holds. Order yours today and experience the richness of the past in your own space.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 46.3cm x 61.6cm (18.2" x 24.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with 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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