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English prison life: treadmill for hard labour, and punishment with the cat-o-nine-tails, 1907 (print)
537585 English prison life: treadmill for hard labour, and punishment with the cat-o-nine-tails, 1907 (print) by French School, (20th century); (add.info.: France was suffering from the Apaches at this time, and some thought the prisons should be made less comfortable and more like British ones. From Le Petit Journal, Paris, November 1907.); Universal History Archive/UIG
Media ID 32119694
© Universal History Archive/UIG / Bridgeman Images
1907 Apaches Cat O Nine Tails Comfortable Discipline Hard Journal November Petit Prison Prisons Suffering Thought Time Treadmill Punishment
12"x10" Modern Frame
Step back in time with our captivating Framed Prints from Media Storehouse. This particular piece, "English prison life: treadmill for hard labour, and punishment with the cat-o-nine-tails, 1907 (print)" by the French School, offers a haunting glimpse into the past. Witness the stark reality of 19th century English prisons with this evocative image of a treadmill used for hard labour and a punishment scene involving the cat-o-nine-tails. Add this historical masterpiece to your home or office to spark intrigue and conversation. Each print is carefully framed and delivered ready to hang, ensuring a beautiful addition to your space.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 30.5cm (10" x 12")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print from 1907 offers a glimpse into the harsh realities of English prison life during that era. Captured by an anonymous French School artist, the image showcases two distinct forms of punishment employed within these walls: the treadmill for hard labor and the notorious cat-o-nine-tails. In this striking composition, we witness prisoners toiling away on a large treadmill, their faces etched with exhaustion and despair. This grueling task was designed to break their spirits through endless physical exertion. Alongside it hangs the dreaded cat-o-nine-tails, a whip consisting of multiple knotted lashes used as a means of discipline and inflicting pain upon those who dared to defy authority. The historical context surrounding this image is crucial in understanding its significance. At the time, France was grappling with social unrest caused by criminal gangs known as "the Apaches". In response, some individuals believed that adopting stricter British prison practices would deter crime more effectively than France's comparatively comfortable penal system. Originally published in Le Petit Journal in November 1907, this thought-provoking print sheds light on an important chapter in European history when debates about crime prevention and punishment were at their peak. Through its vivid colors and meticulous details, it invites us to reflect on the human cost of justice systems while reminding us that even behind bars, hope can still flicker amidst suffering.
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