Canvas Print : Woolwich hulks - convicts burial ground
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Woolwich hulks - convicts burial ground
The Woolwich hulks (prison ships) - the convicts burial ground. Date: 1862
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Media ID 7178693
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Burial Convicts Hulks Pauper Prison Woolwich Workhouse
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the captivating Woolwich Hulks Canvas Print from Media Storehouse. This exquisite piece of art transport us back in time, with an image of the historic Woolwich hulks, a collection of decommissioned ships that served as prison vessels in the Thames Estuary from 1850 to 1872. The haunting image, taken in 1862, captures the convicts' burial ground, adding a poignant reminder of the harsh realities of the past. Printed on premium canvas material, this artwork boasts vibrant colors and stunning detail, ensuring a beautiful addition to any room. The high-quality canvas print is not only a visual masterpiece but also a testament to the rich history of the Woolwich hulks and the stories they hold. Bring history to life in your home with this evocative and intriguing canvas print 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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This haunting image captures the Woolwich Hulks, a once infamous site in English history located in the Thames Estuary near London. In the mid-1800s, the hulks served as makeshift prisons for convicts awaiting transportation to Australia or penal servitude in Britain. The overcrowded and unsanitary conditions on board these old ships led to high mortality rates, with many convicts succumbing to disease and malnutrition. The photo shows the burial ground adjacent to the hulks, where pauper funerals for the deceased convicts were held. The ground, now overgrown and covered in weeds, bears testament to the tragic lives of those who were once confined within the hulks' cramped quarters. The workhouse in the background further underscores the harsh realities faced by the impoverished and marginalized population of the time. The Woolwich Hulks Burial Ground, as it came to be known, holds the remains of an estimated 1,500 convicts. Their stories, like the hulks themselves, have been largely forgotten by history. This poignant photograph offers a glimpse into a dark chapter of England's past, reminding us of the human cost of punishment and the importance of recognizing the dignity and worth of all individuals, even those who have been marginalized and forgotten by society.
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