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Entrance to Tothill Fields Prison
Entrance to Middlesex House of Correction, Tothill Fields, Westminster Date: 1862
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Correction Fields Middlesex Pauper Tothill Westminster Workhouse
14"x11" Photo Print
Step back in time with our exclusive Media Storehouse Photographic Print of the Entrance to Tothill Fields Prison, captured in 1862. This evocative image, obtained from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the historic Middlesex House of Correction in Westminster. Perfect for history enthusiasts, scholars, or those who appreciate the beauty in the past, this print adds an air of intrigue and nostalgia to any space. Rights managed through Media Storehouse, this print is not only a stunning addition to your decor but also a valuable investment in historical documentation. Order yours today and bring a piece of history into your home or office.
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Estimated Product Size is 27.9cm x 35.5cm (11" x 14")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures the imposing entrance to Tothill Fields Prison, also known as the Middlesex House of Correction, located in Westminster, London, in the year 1862. The prison, which was originally established as a workhouse in the late 16th century, served as a place of confinement for both debtors and criminal offenders. The entrance gate is flanked by two tall, wrought-iron pillars, each adorned with intricate designs and topped with a finial. Above the gate, the words "Middlesex House of Correction" are inscribed in bold, Gothic letters. The prison's walls, made of red brick, stretch high into the sky, creating an impenetrable barrier between the outside world and the confines of the institution. At the time, Tothill Fields Prison was known for its harsh conditions and strict discipline. Paupers, the poor and destitute, were often sent to the workhouse to be "corrected" through hard labor and physical punishment. Criminal offenders, too, faced harsh treatment, including long hours of hard labor, solitary confinement, and even flogging. Despite the grim reputation of the prison, it played an important role in the social fabric of Victorian London. It served as a reminder of the consequences of poverty and crime, and provided a means of controlling the city's growing population of paupers and offenders. The entrance to Tothill Fields Prison stands as a testament to the complex social and moral issues of the time, and offers a glimpse into the past of London's criminal justice system.
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