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The canteen of the bagne de Rochefort in the 19th century
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The canteen of the bagne de Rochefort in the 19th century
XEE4143401 The canteen of the bagne de Rochefort in the 19th century. Engraving in " Histoire des bagnes depuis leur creation A nos jours" (1877) by Pierre Zaccone (1817-1895) (Colonia Penale - Penal colony) Private collection. by Anonymous; Private Collection; (add.info.: The canteen of the bagne de Rochefort in the 19th century. Engraving in " Histoire des bagnes depuis leur creation A nos jours" (1877) by Pierre Zaccone (1817-1895) (Colonia Penale - Penal colony) Private collection.); Stefano Bianchetti; out of copyright
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This print takes us back to the 19th century, offering a glimpse into the canteen of the notorious bagne de Rochefort. The engraving, featured in Pierre Zaccone's "Histoire des bagnes depuis leur creation A nos jours" (1877), showcases the daily life of prisoners within this French penal colony. In this scene, we witness a group of convicts gathered in the refectory, their faces etched with weariness and hardship. They sit huddled together at long wooden tables, their eyes fixed on meager plates filled with food that barely sustains them. The atmosphere is somber yet tinged with a sense of camaraderie born out of shared suffering. Amidst this bleak setting, one detail stands out - a small chestle containing rum. This precious liquid offers temporary solace from their harsh reality; it serves as both an escape and a reminder of what they have lost. The image evokes contemplation about justice and punishment in society while shedding light on the resilience and humanity that can persist even in such dire circumstances. It reminds us that behind every prisoner lies a story untold - stories of desperation, survival, and perhaps even redemption. Stefano Bianchetti's expertly crafted engraving captures not only the physicality but also the emotional weight carried by these individuals trapped within the confines of bagne de Rochefort. As we gaze upon this historical artifact from our own time
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