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Convicts working in garden, Millbank Prison
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Convicts working in garden, Millbank Prison
A warder supervises male convicts working in garden at Millbank Prison, London. They are pulling a large roller. A small dog is in attendance. Date: 1862
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Attendance Convicts Millbank Pauper Prison Pulling Roller Supervises Warder Workhouse
Discover the intriguing history of Millbank Prison with our captivating jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse. This engrossing puzzle depicts a photograph from Mary Evans Prints Online, capturing a rare moment of convicts at work in the prison garden in 1862. A warder supervises as the male convicts pull a large roller, while a small dog looks on curiously. Assemble this intricately detailed puzzle and immerse yourself in a piece of historical artistry. Perfect for puzzle enthusiasts, history buffs, or anyone seeking a challenging and rewarding pastime.
Made in the USA, 252-piece puzzles are printed on photographic paper. Excluding the outer edge, all of the pieces are the same shape with the completed puzzle measuring 10" x 14" (25.4 x 35.5 cm). Split into individual pieces, puzzles are supplied in a black presentation box, sized to fit most mailboxes, with a professionally printed photo on top for reference (box dimensions 5 5/8" x 7 5/8" x 1 1/5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures a moment in time at Millbank Prison in London during the year 1862. The image depicts a group of male convicts toiling in the prison garden, under the watchful eye of a warder. Dressed in their prison uniforms, the convicts are seen pulling a large roller, likely used to smooth out the garden paths or prepare the ground for planting. The hard labor required of them is evident in their focused expressions and the sweat on their brows. A small dog, perhaps belonging to the warder or one of the convicts, sits nearby, observing the scene with a curious and alert expression. The presence of the dog adds a sense of normalcy and even humanity to the otherwise stark and unforgiving prison environment. At the time, Millbank Prison was one of the largest and most notorious penitentiaries in England, housing both convicts and paupers. The prison system during this period emphasized punishment and reformation through hard labor, with inmates expected to work in various prison industries and gardens to contribute to the upkeep of the institution. The photograph offers a rare glimpse into the daily life of Millbank Prison and the men who were held there, providing a poignant reminder of the harsh realities of the Victorian penal system.
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