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Dartmoor Prison / 1907
Prisoners of Dartmoor go to work on the moors. Dartmoor was built in Princetown, Devon, in 1806-9 to house French prisoners during the Napoleonic Wars
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1806 Convicts Dartmoor L Aw Moors Napoleonic Princetown Prison Prisoners Prisons Wars 1907
12"x9" (30x23cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the captivating "Dartmoor Prison / 1907" Canvas Print from Media Storehouse, brought to you in collaboration with Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative image transports you back in time to Princetown, Devon, where Dartmoor Prison was constructed between 1806 and 1809. Originally built to house French prisoners during the Napoleonic Wars, this hauntingly beautiful photograph captures the prisoners at work on the moors. The large-format canvas print delivers stunning detail and vivid colors, bringing the history of Dartmoor Prison to life in your home or office. Elevate your space with this unique piece of historical art.
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 30.5cm x 22.9cm (12" x 9")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a moment in history at Dartmoor Prison in 1907, where prisoners are seen working on the moors. Located in Princetown, Devon, Dartmoor was originally built between 1806-9 to house French prisoners during the Napoleonic Wars. The stark contrast of the imposing prison against the rugged beauty of the moors serves as a poignant reminder of the harsh realities faced by those incarcerated within its walls.
The image evokes a sense of timelessness and showcases the historical significance of Dartmoor as a place where lawbreakers were sent to pay their debts to society through hard labor. The presence of convicts toiling away under watchful eyes is a sobering sight that speaks volumes about punishment and rehabilitation practices from centuries past.
As we gaze upon this snapshot from over a century ago, we are transported back in time to an era when justice was meted out with stern resolve. The intricate details captured by Mary Evans Picture Library offer us a glimpse into the lives of those who once called Dartmoor home, shedding light on their struggles and triumphs amidst confinement.
In this photograph, history comes alive through the faces and actions of these prisoners who labored on the moors under strict supervision. It serves as a testament to human resilience and endurance in adverse circumstances, reminding us that even behind bars, there is still work to be done for redemption and renewal.
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