Canvas Print : Australian Convicts
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Australian Convicts
Tasmanian convicts sentenced to hard labour are made to carry a hundredweight of shingles - 50 kilos - for up to 50 kilometres, but this will be abolished by the 1850s
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Media ID 601426
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Convicts Heavy Kilometres L Aw Loads Punishment Tasmania Walk Weights Made
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the latest addition to our Media Storehouse Canvas Prints collection: "Australian Convicts" by Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative image transports us back in time to the harsh realities of Tasmanian convict life. Witness the strength and resilience of those sentenced to hard labor, as they carry a hundredweight of shingles – a weighty 50 kilos – for miles on end. A poignant reminder of Australia's convict past, this captivating print is sure to make a powerful statement in any room. Experience the history come alive with our premium canvas prints, expertly printed and carefully crafted for lasting beauty and vibrant colors. Order yours today and bring a piece of history into your home.
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 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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 evocative photograph captures a group of Australian convicts from Tasmania, sentenced to hard labor, carrying heavy shingles during the early 19th century. The image provides a poignant glimpse into the harsh realities of colonial punishment. Convicts were made to carry loads of up to 50 kilograms (110 pounds) for distances of up to 50 kilometers (31 miles). This grueling labor was a common form of punishment for various offenses, and served as a means of building infrastructure and developing the colony. The convicts in this photograph are seen trudging along a dirt road, their faces etched with exhaustion and determination. Each man carries a large stack of shingles on his back, balanced precariously with ropes or straps. The weight of the load is evident in the bent posture and strained expressions of the men. This photograph is a powerful reminder of the physical and emotional toll of colonial punishment. The use of convict labor was a contentious issue during this period, with debates raging over the morality and effectiveness of such harsh punishments. By the mid-19th century, the practice of making convicts carry heavy loads was abolished, marking a significant shift in the treatment of convicts in Australia. The historical significance of this photograph lies in its ability to transport us back in time, providing a vivid and visceral representation of life in the early Australian colonies. It serves as a testament to the resilience and endurance of the human spirit, as well as a reminder of the complex and often controversial history of penal colonization in Australia.
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