Photographic Print : Ironing room at Brixton Prison
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Ironing room at Brixton Prison
Ironing room at Brixton Prison. Date: 1862
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Brixton Ironing Pauper Prison Workhouse
14"x11" Photo Print
Step back in time with our exclusive Ironing Room at Brixton Prison photograph from the Media Storehouse collection. This evocative image, taken in 1862, offers a rare glimpse into the daily life of a Victorian prison. Rights Managed through Mary Evans Prints Online, this captivating print is perfect for history enthusiasts, collectors, or anyone looking to add a unique and thought-provoking piece to their decor. The details of the ironing room and the prisoners at work transport you to a bygone era, making it a fascinating conversation starter and a beautiful addition to any home or office space.
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Estimated Product Size is 35.5cm x 27.9cm (14" x 11")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: "Ironing Room at Brixton Prison: A Snapshot of Victorian Pauper Labor" This evocative photograph, taken in 1862, captures the ironing room at Brixton Prison, a notorious institution in London, England, during the Victorian era. The room is filled with long, wooden tables, each equipped with an iron and a pile of freshly laundered garments. The prisoners, dressed in drab, uniform attire, are intently focused on their tasks, their faces expressionless and weary. Brixton Prison, originally built as a workhouse for paupers in 1840, later became a reformatory and a prison in 1850. The ironing room was one of the many work areas where inmates were put to labor, producing goods for sale or for the prison's internal use. The prisoners were often forced to work long hours under harsh conditions, with little rest or compensation. The ironing room was a stark reminder of the harsh realities of life for the poor and destitute in Victorian England. The paupers, who were unable to support themselves, were often sent to workhouses or prisons, where they were subjected to grueling labor and meager living conditions in exchange for shelter and sustenance. The photograph offers a glimpse into the daily life of these individuals, who were striving to survive in a society that often stigmatized and marginalized them. The image also highlights the role of prisons and workhouses as sites of labor exploitation during this period. The prisoners, who were often already disadvantaged and vulnerable, were forced to work under inhumane conditions, contributing to the economic interests of their captors. The ironing room at Brixton Prison serves as a poignant reminder of the social and economic inequalities that existed during the Victorian era and the struggles faced by the marginalized populations of that time.
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