Metal Print : Habitual Criminals Bill
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Habitual Criminals Bill
As a result of the Habitual Criminals Bill which has recently passed through the House of Lords, constables were authorised to summarily apprehend, without warrant, ticket-of-leave men, if they suspected they were getting their living dishonestly. Bill Sikes- " Lor, bless yer, I ain t up to nothin ! Why I was jest a-going ome to my tea!!!" (The policemen says nothing but walks him off). Date: 1869
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1869 Authorised Bill Constables Criminal Criminals Cure Leave Order Policeman Search Stop Suppression Suspected Ticket Torch Torchlight Warrant Habitual
16"x20" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Step into history with our latest addition to the Media Storehouse Metal Prints collection. Featuring the evocative image of "Habitual Criminals Bill" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, this metal print brings a piece of the past into your present. With the recent passing of the Habitual Criminals Bill through the House of Lords, this powerful image captures the essence of a pivotal moment in history. Each metal print is meticulously crafted using high-quality aluminum sheets, ensuring a vibrant, long-lasting display. Bring a touch of history into your home or office with this unique and captivating piece.
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 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 41.2cm x 51.4cm (16.2" x 20.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative image from 1869, notorious criminal Bill Sikes is being apprehended by a determined constable under the newly passed Habitual Criminals Act. The bill, which had recently cleared the House of Lords, granted constables the authority to summarily arrest, without a warrant, men with a history of criminal convictions who were suspected of living dishonestly. Sikes, with a look of surprise and disbelief on his face, protests his innocence as the policeman makes no comment, only walking him off. The torchlight illuminates their path, adding an air of drama and suspense to the scene. The Habitual Criminals Act was a significant step in the ongoing efforts to suppress crime and maintain law and order in Victorian England. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the impact of the law on individuals and the broader societal implications of criminal justice policies.
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