Fine Art Print : Punishment cell, Millbank Prison
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Punishment cell, Millbank Prison
Prisoner in refractory (punishment) cell at Millbank Prison, London. Date: 1862
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Media ID 7184461
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Cell Millbank Pauper Prison Prisoner Punishment Workhouse Refractory
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into history with our exquisite Fine Art Print from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring an evocative image of a Punishment cell at Millbank Prison, London. This captivating print, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, dates back to 1862 and offers a rare glimpse into the past. The haunting image of the refractory prisoner, taken during the Victorian era, invites reflection and conversation. Elevate your home or office decor with this stunning piece of historical art, sure to spark intrigue and inspire conversation.
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 32.6cm x 53.3cm (12.8" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: A Prisoner in Refractory (Punishment) Cell at Millbank Prison, London, 1862 This evocative image captures the grim reality of punishment in Victorian England, as depicted in a photograph of a prisoner confined in a refractory cell at Millbank Prison in London, dated 1862. Millbank Prison, established in 1816, was one of the most notorious penitentiaries in England, known for its harsh conditions and inhumane treatment of inmates. The photograph shows a solitary prisoner, huddled in the dimly lit cell, with his back against the cold, damp brick wall. His clothes are worn and tattered, and his expression is one of despair and resignation. The cell is sparsely furnished, with only a thin mattress on the floor and a bucket in the corner. The iron door, reinforced with heavy bars, is secured shut, leaving the prisoner isolated from the outside world. The term "refractory" referred to prisoners who had been deemed unruly or disobedient, and were subjected to harsher punishments than other inmates. The use of punishment cells was a common practice in Victorian prisons, designed to instill discipline and obedience through isolation and physical hardship. This photograph provides a stark reminder of the harsh living conditions and punishments endured by paupers and prisoners in the workhouse and penal systems of the time. The image underscores the importance of social reforms and the eventual abolition of such inhumane practices, as the Victorian era gave way to a new era of social and moral progress. Millbank Prison, which closed in 1902, is now a part of London's rich historical heritage, and this photograph serves as an important visual record of its dark past. The image invites us to reflect on the human cost of punishment and the importance of upholding human dignity and rights, even in the most challenging circumstances.
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