Canvas Print : Onboard the prison ship The Warrior
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Onboard the prison ship The Warrior
Prisoners wash at low basins while observed by officers, onboard the convict hulk ship, The Warrior. The practice of confining offenders on board such ships was first adopted in England in 1776; it was popular in the 18th and 19th centuries and was often used to hold convicts awaiting transportation to penal colonies
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1840s Basins Clean Cleaning Convict Convicts Hulk Hulks Jail Offenders Penal Prison Prisoners Prisons Warrior Wash Washin G
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
"Step back in time with our exquisite Media Storehouse Canvas Prints featuring the powerful image "Onboard the prison ship The Warrior" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating piece transports you back to 18th century England, where convicts wash at low basins under the watchful eyes of officers onboard the infamous hulk ship, The Warrior. A poignant reminder of historical justice systems, this canvas print adds an intriguing conversation starter to any room in your home or office. Embrace the richness of history with our premium canvas prints, expertly printed on high-quality material for a stunning, vibrant finish."
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
Onboard the Prison Ship The Warrior: A Snapshot of Nineteenth-Century Penal Practices This evocative image captures a moment in the daily routine of life aboard the prison ship The Warrior, a convict hulk moored in the Thames Estuary off England during the 1840s. The hulks system, which began in England in 1776, was a controversial penal practice used extensively throughout the 18th and 19th centuries. Convicts awaiting transportation to penal colonies were confined on these old, repurposed ships, which served as makeshift jails. In this photograph, prisoners are seen washing at low basins while being closely observed by officers. The practice of washing was an essential part of maintaining hygiene and preventing the spread of diseases on board the crowded ships. The prisoners' vulnerability and submissive posture contrast sharply with the stern gaze and authoritative presence of the officers, underscoring the power dynamics at play. The hulks system was a significant part of the penal history of England and its colonies. The practice was widely criticized for its inhumane conditions, with overcrowding, poor sanitation, and lack of adequate food and medical care leading to high mortality rates. Despite these criticisms, the hulks system remained in use until the mid-19th century, when it was gradually replaced by other penal institutions. This photograph offers a unique glimpse into a bygone era, providing valuable insights into the daily lives of convicts and the penal practices of the time. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the historical significance of the hulks system and the human stories that lie behind it.
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