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Fine Art Print : A Turkish Court of Justice; The Bastinado, 1854. Creator: Unknown
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A Turkish Court of Justice; The Bastinado, 1854. Creator: Unknown
A Turkish Court of Justice; The Bastinado, 1854. From "Cassells Illustrated Family Paper; London Weekly 31/12/1853 - 30/12/1854"
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Beating Corporal Punishment Court Court Of Law Feet Foot Justice Law Court Mohammedan Moslem Moslems Muslim Muslims Ottoman Empire Painful Punishing Punishment Turkey Turkish Bastinado
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the past with our exquisite Fine Art Print of 'A Turkish Court of Justice; The Bastinado', an intriguing image from the Cassells Illustrated Family Paper, published in London in 1854. This captivating work of art, from the Media Storehouse collection, depicts a Turkish court scene with a unique and thought-provoking punishment method. Though the creator remains unknown, the detail and authenticity of this historical image are undeniable. Bring the rich history and culture of the Ottoman Empire into your home or office with this stunning Fine Art Print.
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 31.7cm (21" x 12.5")
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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A Turkish Court of Justice - The Bastinado, 1854
EDITORS COMMENTS
is an intriguing and thought-provoking engraving that offers a glimpse into the judicial system of the Ottoman Empire during the 19th century. The image, published in Cassell's Illustrated Family Paper, London Weekly between December 31, 1853, and December 30, 1854, depicts a crowded courtroom filled with men, dressed in traditional Islamic attire, as they witness a punishment being administered. At the center of the image, a man is shown being subjected to the bastinado, a form of corporal punishment that involved the use of a cane or rod to inflict pain on the soles of the feet. The man's body is tensed in pain, his face contorted in agony, as he endures the beating. The scene is witnessed by a judge, dressed in ornate robes and seated on a raised platform, who appears to be delivering a verdict. The courtroom is filled with a sense of solemnity and gravity, with the men in the audience wearing various forms of traditional Ottoman clothing. The atmosphere is one of seriousness and reverence, reflecting the importance of the legal proceedings taking place. The use of black and white in the engraving adds to the sense of starkness and severity, highlighting the painful nature of the punishment being administered. The image provides a fascinating insight into the legal system of the Ottoman Empire during the 19th century, as well as offering a glimpse into the fashion and customs of the time. It is a reminder of the ways in which punishment was administered in the past and the role that religion and tradition played in shaping legal practices. Overall, "A Turkish Court of Justice: The Bastinado, 1854" is a powerful and evocative image that continues to captivate and intrigue viewers to this day.
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