Metal Print : Mettray : a Dormitory
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Mettray : a Dormitory
METTRAY (near Tours) Open agricultural and industrial colony for juvenile offenders, 1839-1939 : BOYS IN THEIR DORMITORY, WHERE THEY SLEEP IN HAMMOCKS
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Media ID 606709
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1839 1850 Agricultural Colony Dormitory Hammocks Juvenile L Aw Mettray Offenders Prisons Sleep Tours
16"x20" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Bring the hauntingly evocative history of Mettray Dormitory to life with a Media Storehouse Metal Print. This exceptional image, sourced from Mary Evans Picture Library, captures the boys in their dormitory, sleeping in hammocks during the late 1800s at the Mettray Open Agricultural and Industrial Colony for Juvenile Offenders near Tours, France. Our high-quality Metal Prints transform your favorite photographs into stunning works of art, adding depth and vibrancy with their sleek, modern design. Each print is meticulously crafted using a sublimation process that infuses the image directly into the metal, resulting in a beautiful, long-lasting piece that is sure to be a conversation starter in your home or office.
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a glimpse into the past at Mettray, an open agricultural and industrial colony for juvenile offenders near Tours, France. Established in 1839 and operating until 1939, Mettray served as a unique institution aimed at reforming young lawbreakers through education and work.
In this particular image, we see a group of boys settled in their dormitory for the night. Instead of traditional beds, they sleep in hammocks suspended from the ceiling - a stark reminder of the strict living conditions imposed on them during their time at Mettray.
The scene is both haunting and intriguing, offering a window into a bygone era where juvenile offenders were sent to colonies like Mettray with hopes of rehabilitation rather than punishment. The history behind this photograph speaks volumes about societal attitudes towards youth crime in the mid-19th century and sheds light on innovative approaches to criminal justice that were being explored at the time.
As we gaze upon these boys resting peacefully in their hammocks, we are reminded of the complex interplay between agriculture, industry, and juvenile justice that defined life at Mettray. This print serves as a poignant reminder of how far we have come in our understanding of rehabilitation and reintegration for young offenders since the days when institutions like Mettray were commonplace.
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