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Sketches of the Convict Prisons, Portland (engraving)
1622410 Sketches of the Convict Prisons, Portland (engraving) by Bothams, Walter (fl.1882-1914); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches of the Convict Prisons, Portland. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 23 February 1884.
W Bothams); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22318294
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Convicts Corner Delivering Dorset Drawn Jails Portland Prison Life Prisons Quarries Isle Of Portland
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This engraving, titled "Sketches of the Convict Prisons, Portland" takes us back to a bygone era when prison life was harsh and unforgiving. The artist, Walter Bothams, skillfully captures the essence of this desolate corner of the Isle of Portland in Dorset. The image transports us to a time where convicts were put to work in quarries under strict supervision. In the foreground, we see a group of prisoners diligently laboring with pickaxes and shovels amidst towering stone walls. Their weary faces tell tales of hardship and despair as they endure their punishment. A horse-drawn cart stands nearby, ready to transport these heavy loads of stone. The presence of horses adds an element of liveliness against the backdrop of this grim environment. It serves as a reminder that even amidst such bleakness, there is still room for glimpses of nature's beauty. Bothams' attention to detail allows us to observe every aspect: from the intricate engravings on the prison walls to the subtle expressions on each prisoner's face. This print provides an invaluable insight into convict prisons during Victorian times. "Sketches of the Convict Prisons, Portland" not only showcases Bothams' artistic talent but also sheds light on an important chapter in history - one that reminds us how far society has come in terms of criminal justice reform.
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