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Fine Art Print : Prison hulk at Deptford, London, c1826
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Prison hulk at Deptford, London, c1826
Prison hulk at Deptford, London, c1826. These convict hulks were an intermediate confinement between an ordinary gaol or transportation. Prisoners were used as labourers in the naval dockyards and can be seen here being taken by boat to their work. Hulks (tenders) were usually old naval vessels that were no longer seaworthy. After a painting by Samuel Prout
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Deptford Imprisonment Law And Order Lewisham Penitentiary Prison Prison Hulk Prisoner Prout Punishment Rowing Boat Samuel Samuel Prout Ann Ronan Pictures Metaphor
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into history with our exquisite fine art print of Prison Hulk at Deptford, London, c1826 by Samuel Prout. This captivating image offers a glimpse into the past, depicting the convict hulks - an essential part of the transportation system during the 19th century. These intermediate confinement vessels held convicts awaiting transportation to the colonies, providing a poignant reminder of a bygone era. Bring the rich history of this period into your home or office with our museum-quality fine art print from Heritage Images.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 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 50.8cm x 37.5cm (20" x 14.8")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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 "Prison hulk at Deptford, London, c1826" offers a glimpse into the unique form of punishment prevalent in 19th century Britain. The image showcases a group of male prisoners being transported by rowing boat to their laborious work in the naval dockyards. These convict hulks served as an intermediate confinement between traditional prisons and transportation. The artist, Samuel Prout, skillfully captures the somber atmosphere surrounding these old naval vessels that were repurposed as floating penitentiaries. Once proud warships but now deemed unfit for sea voyages, these hulks became symbols of both punishment and redemption. In this monochrome engraving, Prout masterfully portrays the harsh reality faced by those who had fallen afoul of the law. The concept of imprisonment is powerfully conveyed through the stoic expressions on the faces of these men as they navigate their way along the River Thames towards their designated tasks. Through this artwork, we are reminded not only of Britain's rich history but also its commitment to maintaining law and order during a time when crime was rampant. It serves as a poignant reminder that justice can take many forms and that even within punishment lies an opportunity for rehabilitation. This thought-provoking print from Heritage Images allows us to reflect upon our society's progress in terms of penal practices while appreciating Samuel Prout's artistic talent in capturing such historical moments with precision and emotion.
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