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An Old Penal Settlement (engraving)
1062394 An Old Penal Settlement (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: An Old Penal Settlement. Illustration for The Graphic, 28 March 1891.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22647438
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Chapel Lunatic Asylum Porch Port Arthur Prisons Tasmania Commandants House
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This engraving, titled "An Old Penal Settlement" takes us back to the 19th century in Tasmania. The image showcases a hauntingly beautiful landscape that was once home to a dark chapter in history. The entrance of this desolate settlement immediately draws our attention, with its worn-out gates and crumbling walls. As we venture further into the scene, we come across an old convent church standing tall amidst the rugged terrain. Its dilapidated state serves as a reminder of the harsh conditions endured by those who were imprisoned here. A sense of foreboding lingers as we notice other structures within this eerie setting – a lunatic asylum with its barred windows, a padded cell where sanity was lost, and an old sentry box guarding against any potential escapees. The wrought iron bracket model prison stands as a testament to the strict discipline enforced upon refractory convicts. Nearby lies an old powder magazine, hinting at the volatile nature of life within these walls. Despite the somber atmosphere, there is beauty in this melancholic scenery. A chapel rises above it all, offering solace for those seeking redemption or hope amidst their despair. Through this evocative print from Bridgeman Images' collection, we are transported to Port Arthur's infamous past – witnessing firsthand the architectural remnants that bear witness to Tasmania's turbulent history as a penal colony.
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