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Canvas Print : New Caledonia, Isle of Nou, House of Detention, from La Depeche Coloniale
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New Caledonia, Isle of Nou, House of Detention, from La Depeche Coloniale
661452 New Caledonia, Isle of Nou, House of Detention, from La Depeche Coloniale, 1903 (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Nouvelle Caledonie, ile de Nou, maison de detention; Nouvelle-Caledonie; ); eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright
Media ID 22411496
© Archives Charmet / Bridgeman Images
Archipelago Caledonian Cell Cells Confinement Deportation Detention Guard Guards Imprisonment Isle Jail Melanesia Melanesian New Caledonia Overseas Department Pacific Ocean Penal Colony Penitentiary Post Prison Territory Warder Warders Punishment
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Bring the timeless beauty of New Caledonia's rich history into your home with our exquisite Canvas Print of the House of Detention from La Depeche Coloniale. Captured in 1903 by a French photographer, this black and white image from the Private Collection offers a rare glimpse into the past of the Isle of Nou. The high-quality canvas print faithfully reproduces the intricate details and textures of this historic site, making it a stunning addition to any decor. Transport yourself to a bygone era with this beautiful piece of fine art from Media Storehouse.
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.
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This photograph captures the House of Detention on the Isle of Nou in New Caledonia, a French territory located in the Pacific Ocean. Taken by an anonymous French photographer in 1903, this image offers a glimpse into the harsh reality of imprisonment during that time. The photo showcases the imposing building surrounded by guards and warders, highlighting its role as a penal colony for deportation. The house's architectural details are visible, emphasizing its significance as a place of confinement and punishment. New Caledonia is known for its rich Melanesian culture, making it all the more intriguing to see how colonial powers exercised control over this archipelago through institutions like this detention center. The cells within the house remain unseen but serve as reminders of the isolation experienced by those imprisoned there. This historical print from La Depeche Coloniale provides valuable insight into New Caledonia's past as an overseas department and penal colony. It serves as a reminder of both human resilience and struggle against oppressive systems. Displayed in private collections today, this photograph stands as a testament to French colonial history while also shedding light on issues such as imperialism, incarceration practices, and cultural clashes between colonizers and indigenous populations.
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