Canvas Print : Illustration depicting prisoners in the exercise yard of an English prison, 1888 (engraving)

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Illustration depicting prisoners in the exercise yard of an English prison, 1888 (engraving)

5616303 Illustration depicting prisoners in the exercise yard of an English prison, 1888 (engraving); Universal History Archive/UIG

Media ID 38280678

© Universal History Archive/UIG / Bridgeman Images

Criminal Exercise Exercise Yard Prison Punishment

20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print

Transform your space with this captivating canvas print depicting prisoners in the exercise yard of an English prison in 1888. A powerful and thought-provoking piece from our Fine Art Finder collection, perfect for adding a touch of history to your home decor.

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 powerful engraving from 1888 captures the stark reality of life for prisoners in an English prison during the late nineteenth century. The image depicts a group of inmates in the exercise yard, their faces etched with weariness and resignation. The high walls surrounding them serve as a constant reminder of their confinement and isolation from the outside world. The artist's attention to detail is evident in the depiction of each prisoner, showcasing a diverse range of individuals who have found themselves on the wrong side of the law. From young men to older individuals, each figure tells a unique story of hardship and struggle. The black and white composition adds to the somber atmosphere, emphasizing the bleakness and despair that permeated these prison walls. Despite being surrounded by others, each inmate appears lost in their own thoughts, perhaps reflecting on past mistakes or dreaming of a better future. This illustration serves as a poignant reminder of the harsh realities faced by those caught up in crime and punishment during this period. It is a haunting glimpse into a world filled with suffering and desperation, where hope seems like a distant memory.

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