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Framed Print : Judge Isaac C Parker, the Hanging Judge, in his later years, c1890s (1954)
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Judge Isaac C Parker, the Hanging Judge, in his later years, c1890s (1954)
Judge Isaac C Parker, the Hanging Judge, in his later years, c1890s (1954). Previously a Missouri congressman, Parker was appointed District Judge for the Western District of Arkansas in 1875 at a time of great lawlessness in the American West. In his 21 years on the bench he tried over 13, 000 cases, of which 344 were capital crimes. 160 defendants were sentenced to death by hanging. A print from the Pictorial History of the Wild West, by James D Horan and Paul Sann, Spring Books, London, 1954
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12"x10" Modern Frame
Step back in time with our captivating framed print featuring Judge Isaac C Parker, also known as the 'Hanging Judge,' in his later years around the 1890s. This intriguing image, taken from Heritage Images, captures Parker during his tenure as a District Judge in the Western District of Arkansas. Originally created by an unknown artist, this vintage photograph has been expertly curated and beautifully framed by Media Storehouse. Add this historical piece to your home or office to spark conversation and ignite your curiosity about the fascinating history of the American legal system.
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 captures the enigmatic presence of Judge Isaac C Parker, known as the Hanging Judge, in his later years during the 1890s. A former Missouri congressman turned District Judge for the Western District of Arkansas, Parker assumed his position in 1875 amidst a time of rampant lawlessness in the American West. Over his remarkable 21-year tenure on the bench, this formidable judge presided over an astonishing number of cases - more than 13,000 to be exact. Among them were 344 capital crimes that demanded swift justice. Unflinchingly committed to upholding law and order, he sentenced no less than 160 defendants to death by hanging. The photograph showcases a man whose face bears witness to a lifetime spent dispensing justice. With a long beard framing his weathered countenance and piercing eyes that seem to hold countless stories within them, Judge Isaac C Parker embodies both wisdom and authority. This image is not merely a portrait; it serves as a metaphor for crime and punishment in America's wild west during the late nineteenth century. It reminds us of an era when law enforcement was paramount for maintaining order in untamed territories. Preserved through time by The Print Collector from James D Horan and Paul Sann's Pictorial History of the Wild West published in London in 1954, this photograph allows us to glimpse into one man's extraordinary legacy within our country's history.
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