Jigsaw Puzzle : Child spanker / W H Robinson
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Child spanker / W H Robinson
A neat apparatus for punishing a child without hurting its feelings! The child is suspended, backside protruding while a mechanical hand, or four to be precise, is turned manually via a wheel and chain. Whilst hanging around the child is rewarded with a fruit from a bowl. Please note: Credit must appear as (c) Courtesy of the estate of Mrs J.C.Robinson/Pollinger Ltd/Mary Evans Picture Library
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Apparatus Bowl Chain Feelings Mechanical Punish Punishing Reward Rewarded Suspended Wheel Back Side Spank Suspend
Jigsaw Puzzle (520 Pieces)
Experience the unique blend of history and entertainment with Media Storehouse's Jigsaw Puzzles featuring "Child spanker / W H Robinson" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This intriguing puzzle showcases an antique apparatus designed for discipline, featuring a mechanical hand that gently taps a suspended child's bottom. A fascinating conversation starter and a fun challenge for puzzle enthusiasts of all ages. Dive into the past and piece together this captivating image, bringing history to life in your own home.
Made in the USA, 520-piece puzzles measure 16" x 20" (40.6 x 50.8 cm). Every puzzle is meticulously printed on glossy photo paper, which has a strong 1.33 mm thickness. Delivered in a black storage cardboard box, these puzzles are both stylish and practical. (Note: puzzles contain small parts and are not suitable for children under 3 years of age.)
Jigsaw Puzzles are an ideal gift for any occasion
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.5cm (20" x 15.9")
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
1. Title: "An Unconventional Approach to Discipline: The Child's Punishment Apparatus, W.H. Robinson, Late 19th Century" This intriguing photograph captures a unique and seemingly unconventional method of child discipline from the late 19th century. The image, titled "The Child's Punishment Apparatus," features a child suspended in mid-air, with their backside exposed, as four mechanical hands reach out to gently spank them. The child's feet are secured to a wooden chair, while their hands are held behind their back, allowing for a full view of the rear. The apparatus, designed by W.H. Robinson, includes a wheel and chain system that powers the mechanical hands. The child is suspended in a way that appears to minimize physical harm, while the reward of a fruit from a bowl below serves as an incentive for good behavior. This ingenious contraption, which aims to punish without hurting feelings, is a fascinating glimpse into the historical methods of child discipline. The photograph, taken by an unknown photographer, is a testament to the innovative spirit of the time, as inventors and parents sought alternative ways to manage children's behavior. The image, though perhaps shocking to modern sensibilities, offers a captivating look into the past and the evolving understanding of child-rearing practices. (c) Courtesy of the estate of Mrs J.C.Robinson/Pollinger Ltd/Mary Evans Picture Library. This image is available for rights-managed use only. For further information, please contact Mary Evans Picture Library.
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