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Canvas Print : Gallows ticket for the hanging of Jonathan Wild, Thief-Taker General, 18th century London underworld figure. Engraving from James Caulfield's Portraits, Memoirs and Characters of Remarkable Persons, London, 1819
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Gallows ticket for the hanging of Jonathan Wild, Thief-Taker General, 18th century London underworld figure. Engraving from James Caulfield's Portraits, Memoirs and Characters of Remarkable Persons, London, 1819
FLO4602500 Gallows ticket for the hanging of Jonathan Wild, Thief-Taker General, 18th century London underworld figure. Engraving from James Caulfield's Portraits, Memoirs and Characters of Remarkable Persons, London, 1819.; (add.info.: Gallows ticket for the hanging of Jonathan Wild, Thief-Taker General, 18th century London underworld figure. Engraving from James Caulfield's Portraits, Memoirs and Characters of Remarkable Persons, London, 1819.); © Florilegius
Media ID 38448640
© © Florilegius / Bridgeman Images
Angleterre Allemagne Grande Bretagne
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Step back in time with this captivating canvas print featuring a gallows ticket for the hanging of Jonathan Wild, Thief-Taker General, an infamous figure from 18th century London's underworld. A piece of history brought to life through the lens of Fine Art Finder and Bridgeman Images.
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 76.2cm (20" x 30")
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 engraving captures a pivotal moment in the history of 18th century London's criminal underworld - the hanging of Jonathan Wild, Thief-Taker General. Wild was a notorious figure who operated as both a thief and an informant, manipulating the legal system to his advantage. His downfall came when he was exposed as a double-crossing traitor, leading to his ultimate punishment on the gallows.
The ticket depicted in this print serves as a grim reminder of Wild's fate and the harsh justice that awaited those who dared to cross moral boundaries in pursuit of power and wealth. The intricate details of the engraving bring to life the somber atmosphere surrounding Wild's execution, capturing the gravity of his crimes and their consequences.
James Caulfield's Portraits, Memoirs and Characters of Remarkable Persons provides valuable insight into this dark chapter of London's history, shedding light on individuals whose actions shaped society in unexpected ways. This piece is not just a historical artifact but also a powerful symbol of justice prevailing over corruption.
As we gaze upon this image, we are transported back to a time when crime and punishment were intertwined with intrigue and betrayal. It stands as a testament to humanity's eternal struggle between good and evil, reminding us that even the most cunning criminals will eventually face their reckoning.
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