Framed Print : A Legal Method of thrashing out grain or forestallers & regr
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A Legal Method of thrashing out grain or forestallers & regr
Profiteers vomit and disgorge products they have monopolised while Lord Chief Justice Kenyon threshes them with a flail enforcing the repealed laws against forestallers and regraters. Date: 1800
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Media ID 4389765
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1800 Chief Flail Grain Justice Kenyon Laws Legal Method Products Profiteers Thrashing Vomit Enforcing Repealed
12"x10" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating "A Legal Method of thrashing out grain or forestallers & regraters" print from our Media Storehouse Framed Prints collection. This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports us back in time to 1800, where profiteers are brought to justice by none other than Lord Chief Justice Kenyon. In this vivid scene, the unscrupulous vendors are forced to disgorge their ill-gotten goods as the noble judge wields a flail, enforcing the repealed laws against forestallers and regraters. This historic print, with its intriguing story and stunning detail, is a must-have for history enthusiasts and those who appreciate the art of the past. Add this unique piece to your collection and bring a touch of the past into your home or office.
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.
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 25.4cm (12" x 10")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This fascinating historical print captures a unique and somewhat bizarre scene from the year 1800. In the image, we see Lord Chief Justice Kenyon using a flail to thresh out grain or forestallers and regraters, enforcing repealed laws against profiteers who have monopolized products. The profiteers are shown vomiting and disgorging the goods they have hoarded as punishment for their actions.
This legal method of thrashing out offenders was a chief means of justice in the 19th century, with Lord Kenyon at the forefront of upholding these laws. The image provides a glimpse into a time when such drastic measures were taken to combat economic exploitation and ensure fair trade practices.
The historical significance of this photograph cannot be understated, shedding light on an aspect of legal history that is often overlooked. It serves as a reminder of how far society has come in terms of regulating commerce and protecting consumers from unscrupulous individuals.
Overall, this print is not just a visual representation but also a powerful symbol of justice being served in an unconventional yet effective manner. It stands as a testament to the importance of upholding laws and holding those who seek to exploit them accountable for their actions.
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