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Fine Art Print : Giltspur Street Compter, 1831 (engraving)
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Giltspur Street Compter, 1831 (engraving)
XJF3038182 Giltspur Street Compter, 1831 (engraving) by Shepherd, Thomas Hosmer (1792-1864) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: A prison for debtors under the control of the sheriffs, designed by George Dance the Younger and opened in 1791, closed 1854. Appears in Nicholas Nickleby ); English, out of copyright
Media ID 12800621
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Debt Debtors Dickensian Gaol Imprisonment Jail Prison Rusticated Shoppers Punishment
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print of Giltspur Street Compter, 1831 by Thomas Hosmer Shepherd. This intricately detailed engraving, available through Media Storehouse and Bridgeman Images, offers a glimpse into history with its depiction of a debtors' prison under the control of the sheriffs. Add this beautiful work of art to your collection and bring the past into your home or office.
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 51.4cm x 35.5cm (20.2" 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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This engraving takes us back to the bustling streets of 19th century London. The image portrays Giltspur Street Compter, a notorious prison for debtors that operated from 1791 until its closure in 1854. Designed by George Dance the Younger, this imposing structure was under the control of sheriffs and served as a place of punishment for those unable to repay their debts. The artist, Thomas Hosmer Shepherd, skillfully captures the essence of this Dickensian era scene. The intricate details showcase a street teeming with life - shoppers going about their daily routines while prisoners peer out from behind rusticated bars. This juxtaposition between freedom and confinement is strikingly evident in this print. As we gaze upon this historical artifact, we are transported to an era where debt imprisonment was an unfortunate reality for many individuals struggling financially. The Georgian architecture adds another layer of charm to the composition, reminding us of London's rich history. This print offers a glimpse into a chapter of social history that shaped Victorian England. It serves as a reminder that even amidst bustling streets filled with shoppers and merchants, there existed a dark underbelly where debtors faced harsh consequences for their financial struggles.
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