Fine Art Print : Holloway Prison / Mayhew
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Holloway Prison / Mayhew
The treadmill (treadwheel) and oakum shed with a detachment of prisoners at work at the wheel, and those who have been relieved, are employed to pick oakum
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1862 Detachment Employed Holloway L Aw Mayhew Pick Prison Prisoners Prisons Relieved Shed Treadmill Wheel Oakum Treadwheel
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the past with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring Holloway Prison's Treadmill and Oakum Shed by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative image captures the harsh realities of Victorian-era penal institutions, with prisoners toiling on the treadwheel and sorting oakum. A must-have for history enthusiasts and art collectors alike, this print brings a piece of the past into your home or office, adding depth and character to any space.
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.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures a moment in time at Holloway Prison in London, England, during the mid-19th century. The image, titled "The Treadmill (Treadwheel) and Oakum Shed with a Detachment of Prisoners at Work at the Wheel, and Those Who Have Been Relieved, Are Employed to Pick Oakum," offers a glimpse into the harsh realities of the British penal system during this era. The treadmill, a large wooden wheel with metal teeth, is the central focus of the image. Prisoners are seen working in a relentless cycle, their feet bound to the wheel's spokes, as they laboriously turn it. The oakum shed in the background is where prisoners who have finished their turn on the treadmill are sent to pick oakum, a coarse fiber used for caulking ships. The detachment of prisoners working on the treadmill and in the oakum shed are dressed in drab, uniform attire, their faces expressionless and weary. The contrast between those still working and those who have been relieved is striking, with the latter group appearing just as exhausted as their counterparts. This photograph, taken in 1862 by the renowned social documentary photographer Henry Mayhew, is a poignant reminder of the harsh conditions endured by prisoners during this period. The use of the treadmill and oakum picking as forms of punishment and labor was common in British prisons, and this image provides a powerful testament to their impact on the physical and mental wellbeing of those incarcerated. The historical significance of this photograph lies in its ability to shed light on the inhumane treatment of prisoners during this time, and to spark reflection on the evolution of the penal system and the importance of human rights and dignity in the context of incarceration.
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