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Convict Life at Portland (engraving)
1044068 Convict Life at Portland (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Convict Life at Portland. Illustration for The Graphic, 31 March 1883.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23026416
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Arcadian Bringing Convict Life Dorset Guilt Haymakers Honour Innocence Portland Prisoners Watch Tower Police Constable
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This 19th-century engraving titled "Convict Life at Portland" offers a glimpse into the harsh realities of life for prisoners during that era. The image, part of a private collection, was originally published in The Graphic on March 31,1883. The scene depicts various aspects of convict life at Portland, showcasing the daily struggles and activities within the prison walls. In the foreground, we see prisoners engaged in natural road stamping and chapel building under the watchful eye of a police constable. These men toil away with an air of solemnity and determination. Amidst this backdrop of guilt and labor, a young convict is being brought forward by another prisoner. This poignant moment highlights both innocence lost and hope for redemption as this boy deserter faces his fate. In contrast to these somber scenes, haymakers can be seen working peacefully in the distance—a reminder of freedom denied to those imprisoned. A watchtower stands tall against an idyllic landscape—an ironic symbol juxtaposing confinement with nature's beauty. Through this evocative print by Bridgeman Images, viewers are transported back in time to witness firsthand the arcadian yet oppressive world that defined convict life at Portland. It serves as a powerful testament to human resilience amidst adversity while shedding light on society's complex relationship with punishment and rehabilitation during that period.
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