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Arrival of the convicts at Bicetre (wash on paper) (b / w photo)
XIR224812 Arrival of the convicts at Bicetre (wash on paper) (b/w photo) by Cloquemin, Gabriel (18th-19th century); Musee de l Ile de France, Sceaux, France; French, out of copyright
Media ID 12764445
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Arriving Asylum Convict Courtyard Horse Drawn Poorhouse Prison Prisoners Street Lamp Top Hat Warder Wheel Metal Gate Punishment
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the historical depth of Gabriel Cloquemin's Arrival of the Convicts at Bicetre, a stunning fine art print from Media Storehouse. This exquisite wash on paper artwork, available in black and white through Bridgeman Images on Fine Art Finder, transports you back to the 18th-19th century. Witness the poignant arrival of convicts at Bicetre, a moment frozen in time from the collection of Musee de l'Ile de France in Sceaux, France. With its rich textures and intricate details, this out-of-copyright print is a must-have for history enthusiasts and art collectors alike.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This print titled "Arrival of the convicts at Bicetre" takes us back in time to witness a somber moment in history. The image, captured by Gabriel Cloquemin during the 18th or 19th century, depicts a group of male convicts arriving at Bicetre, a notorious prison and poorhouse in France. The scene unfolds within the confines of a grim courtyard, enclosed by imposing metal gates. A horse-drawn cart carries these unfortunate souls who are about to face their punishment for crimes committed. The prisoners' faces reflect despair and resignation as they disembark from the cart under the watchful eyes of warders and soldiers. In this bleak setting, an officer stands tall wearing his uniform and top hat, overseeing the arrival with an air of authority. The presence of a street lamp adds an eerie ambiance to this already haunting composition. Cloquemin's wash on paper technique enhances the starkness of this monochromatic photograph, emphasizing every detail with striking clarity. This historical document serves as a reminder of society's past approach to justice and punishment. Displayed at Musee de l'Ile de France in Sceaux, France, this powerful image transports viewers into another era where human suffering was both tangible and commonplace. It is through such visual records that we gain insight into our collective past while contemplating how far we have come as societies today.
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