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Photographic Print : Convicts being searched, Portland Prison, Dorset
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Convicts being searched, Portland Prison, Dorset
Portland Prison, Dorset, opened in 1848 as a public works prison for convicts who were employed in quarries in the area. This view shows prison officers searching convicts on their return from work
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1840s 1848 Conditions Convicts Crime Dorset Employed Gaol Guards Hard Jail L Aw Labour Portland Prison Punishment Quarries Quarry Return Returning Search Searching
14"x11" Photo Print
Discover the captivating history of Portland Prison, Dorset, with our exquisite photographic print from Media Storehouse. This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, portrays a poignant moment in time as convicts undergo a thorough search upon their return from work in the late 19th century. Add an air of historical intrigue to your home or office with this stunning Rights Managed print, transporting you back to a time of hard labor and reformation. The intricate details and authenticity of this photograph are sure to captivate and inspire.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 22.5cm (14" x 8.9")
Estimated Product Size is 35.5cm x 27.9cm (14" x 11")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative image captures the daily routine at Portland Prison in Dorset during the Victorian era. Established in 1848, the prison was unique in that it was designed as a public works prison, where convicts were employed in the local quarries. In this photograph, we see prison officers meticulously searching convicts upon their return from work. The harsh conditions of the prison and the quarry are evident in the worn expressions and ragged clothing of the men. The year was 1848, a time when the penal system in England was undergoing significant changes. The focus had shifted from punishment to reform, and public works prisons like Portland were seen as a more humane alternative to the traditional gaols. However, the long hours of hard labor in the quarries, combined with the strict discipline and regular searches, made life for the convicts far from easy. The image offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, providing insight into the daily lives of convicts and prison officers during this period. The search process was a crucial aspect of prison life, with officers ensuring that no contraband was brought back into the prison. The convicts, weary from a day's labor, would have been all too aware of the importance of a clean bill of health from their guards. This photograph, taken in the 1840s, is a poignant reminder of the harsh realities of the Victorian penal system and the lives of those who were part of it. The image is courtesy of Mary Evans Prints Online and is protected by rights managed licensing.
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