Fine Art Print : Mettray : a Dormitory
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Mettray : a Dormitory
METTRAY (near Tours) Open agricultural and industrial colony for juvenile offenders, 1839-1939 : BOYS IN THEIR DORMITORY, WHERE THEY SLEEP IN HAMMOCKS
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Media ID 606709
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1839 1850 Agricultural Colony Dormitory Hammocks Juvenile L Aw Mettray Offenders Prisons Sleep Tours
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into history with our exquisite Fine Art Print of 'Boys in Their Dormitory' at Mettray, an open agricultural and industrial colony for juvenile offenders, captured by Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative image, taken in the late 19th century, offers a unique glimpse into the past, showcasing the innovative approach to rehabilitation through hard work and education. Add this captivating piece to your collection and bring a touch of history into your home or office.
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 35.4cm (20" x 13.9")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a glimpse into the past at Mettray, an open agricultural and industrial colony for juvenile offenders near Tours, France. Established in 1839 and operating until 1939, Mettray served as a unique institution aimed at reforming young lawbreakers through education and work.
In this particular image, we see a group of boys settled in their dormitory for the night. Instead of traditional beds, they sleep in hammocks suspended from the ceiling - a stark reminder of the strict living conditions imposed on them during their time at Mettray.
The scene is both haunting and intriguing, offering a window into a bygone era where juvenile offenders were sent to colonies like Mettray with hopes of rehabilitation rather than punishment. The history behind this photograph speaks volumes about societal attitudes towards youth crime in the mid-19th century and sheds light on innovative approaches to criminal justice that were being explored at the time.
As we gaze upon these boys resting peacefully in their hammocks, we are reminded of the complex interplay between agriculture, industry, and juvenile justice that defined life at Mettray. This print serves as a poignant reminder of how far we have come in our understanding of rehabilitation and reintegration for young offenders since the days when institutions like Mettray were commonplace.
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