Home > North America > United States of America > Pennsylvania > Philadelphia
CRIME: POLICEMAN. A Black Maria in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Wood engraving, 1852
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Granger
CRIME: POLICEMAN. A Black Maria in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Wood engraving, 1852
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
Media ID 7522979
1852 Arrest Crime Criminal Omnibus Philadelphia Police Prison Prisoner Punishment
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Animals
> Farm
> Horses
> Related Images
> Animals
> Mammals
> Horse
> Related Images
> Arts
> Portraits
> Pop art gallery
> Street art portraits
> North America
> United States of America
> Pennsylvania
> Philadelphia
EDITORS COMMENTS
This wood engraving from 1852 showcases the harsh reality of crime and punishment in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Titled "CRIME: POLICEMAN. A Black Maria in Philadelphia" the image transports us to a bustling city street where an arresting scene unfolds. In the foreground, we see a sturdy policeman standing beside a horse-drawn carriage known as a Black Maria - an ominous symbol of law enforcement during that era. The presence of this vehicle suggests that justice is about to be served, as it was commonly used for transporting criminals to prison. The artist skillfully captures the essence of urban life with intricate details depicting people going about their daily routines amidst this dramatic event. The streets are filled with North and Middle American citizens who pause to witness the arrest unfold before their eyes. This print offers us a glimpse into society's struggle against crime during this time period. It serves as a reminder of how communities dealt with criminal activity and sought retribution through imprisonment and transportation. As we observe this historical artwork, let us reflect on how far our criminal justice system has evolved since then while acknowledging its roots in these early methods of punishment.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
FREE COLORIZATION SERVICE
You can choose advanced AI Colorization for this picture at no extra charge!
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
