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American sketches (engraving)
728765 American sketches (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: American sketches: prison life on Blackwells Island - No. 1 returning from work. Published in the Illustrated London News, 19 February 1876.); Look and Learn / Bernard Platman Antiquarian Collection
Media ID 23170632
© Look and Learn / Bernard Platman Antiquarian Collection / Bridgeman Images
Blackwells Island Jails Lower New York New York City New York Prisoners Prisons Shackles Vue De New York Americhe Roosevelt Island
16"x20" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Bring the timeless beauty of American history into your home with Media Storehouse's Metal Prints featuring captivating engravings from Bridgeman Images. This exquisite collection, sourced from Fine Art Finder, showcases intricate sketches of prison life on Blackwells Island. Each print is meticulously transferred onto high-quality aluminum, resulting in a stunning, vibrant display that adds depth and texture to your decor. The 19th-century English School engravings transport you back in time, making these Metal Prints a unique and thoughtful addition to any space. Embrace the rich history and artistry of these American sketches and elevate your interior design with Media Storehouse's Metal Prints.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 51.4cm x 41.2cm (20.2" x 16.2")
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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This print titled "American Sketches (Engraving)" takes us back to the 19th century, offering a glimpse into prison life on Blackwells Island in New York. The image showcases a chain gang of prisoners returning from work, accompanied by stern-looking prison guards. The engraving, originally published in the Illustrated London News on February 19,1876, captures the harsh realities faced by those incarcerated during that era. Shackled and wearing worn-out clothing, the prisoners trudge along with their heads bowed down. Their expressions reveal a mixture of exhaustion and resignation. Blackwells Island looms in the background as a symbol of confinement and isolation. This notorious penitentiary served as one of America's most formidable prisons at the time. The image highlights both physical restraints and societal constraints imposed upon these individuals. Through this historical snapshot, we are transported to an era when American prisons were marked by oppressive conditions and dehumanizing treatment. It serves as a reminder of how far society has come in terms of criminal justice reform. As we contemplate this powerful photograph print from Fine Art Finder's Bernard Platman Antiquarian Collection, it prompts us to reflect on issues surrounding incarceration and reminds us that every individual within such systems deserves dignity and compassion - regardless of their circumstances or mistakes made.
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