Framed Print : Tasmania Port Arthur Prison Buildings pre 1900

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Tasmania Port Arthur Prison Buildings pre 1900

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Media ID 32381294

© The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive / Mary Evans

Arthur Colonialism Prison Tasmania Tasmanian

18"x14" Modern Frame

Step back in time with our captivating Tasmania Port Arthur Prison Buildings pre 1900 framed print from The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive Collection, exclusively available at Media Storehouse. This historic photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a glimpse into Australia's intriguing past, showcasing the hauntingly beautiful and evocative ruins of Port Arthur Prison, a once notorious penal settlement. Perfectly preserved in a high-quality frame, this print makes a striking addition to any room, igniting conversations about history and the human experience. Elevate your home or office decor with this timeless piece and let the stories of the past come alive.

16x12 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. 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 40.6cm x 35.6cm (16" x 14")

Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 35.6cm (18" x 14")

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.

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EDITORS COMMENTS
Step back in time with this image of Tasmania's Port Arthur Prison Buildings, captured pre-1900. Located in the Australian state of Tasmania, Port Arthur was once a notorious convict settlement and penitentiary, established in 1830 as part of the British Empire's colonial expansion. The hauntingly beautiful Victorian and Edwardian architecture depicted in this vintage lantern slide from The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive Collection at Mary Evans Prints Online, transports us to an era of harsh penal reform and early Australian history. The imposing stone structures, with their intricate details and Gothic Revival influences, exude an aura of solemnity and restraint. The convicts, who were transported from Britain for various crimes, were subjected to hard labor, isolation, and physical and emotional abuse in an attempt to reform them. The prison complex, which included cells, workshops, and solitary confinement areas, was designed to instill discipline and obedience through fear and punishment. Despite its dark past, Port Arthur is now a popular tourist destination and UNESCO World Heritage Site, attracting visitors from around the world who are drawn to its rich history and stunning natural beauty. This evocative photograph offers a glimpse into a bygone era, inviting us to reflect on the complexities of Australia's colonial past and the enduring legacy of the British Empire.

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