COLONIAL STOCKS. A malefactor in the stocks for punishment in colonial America: wood engraving
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COLONIAL STOCKS. A malefactor in the stocks for punishment in colonial America: wood engraving
Granger holds millions of images spanning more than 25,000 years of world history, from before the Stone Age to the dawn of the Space Age
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17th Century Authority Colonist Colony Criminal Punishment Settlement Settler Stocks Trapped
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This print from Granger Art on Demand takes us back to colonial America, where the stocks served as a powerful symbol of punishment and authority. In this 17th-century wood engraving, we witness a malefactor trapped in the stocks, enduring his sentence for committing a crime against the settlement's laws. The image transports us to an era when justice was often swift and unforgiving. The criminal's face is etched with despair and regret as he sits helplessly confined by the wooden restraints. Surrounded by settlers who observe his humiliation, it becomes evident that this public display of punishment aimed not only to deter others from breaking the law but also to assert control over the growing colony. The presence of these stocks highlights both the harsh realities colonists faced in their quest for order and stability, as well as their determination to establish a disciplined society. It serves as a reminder that even in remote settlements far removed from European civilization, rules were enforced with unwavering severity. Through this thought-provoking print, The Granger Collection invites us to reflect upon our own notions of justice and how societal norms have evolved over time. It prompts us to consider how such forms of punishment shaped early American communities while simultaneously raising questions about compassion and humanity within systems built on power dynamics. As we gaze upon this historical artifact captured through delicate engravings, we are reminded that every picture has its story – one that continues to resonate across centuries.
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