Metal Print : Woolwich hulks - convicts scraping shot
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Woolwich hulks - convicts scraping shot
The Woolwich hulks (prison ships) - convicts scraping shot. Date: 1862
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Convicts Hulks Pauper Prison Scraping Shot Woolwich Workhouse
20"x24" (61x51cm) Metal Print
Step back in time with our captivating Metal Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring an intriguing image of the Woolwich hulks from Mary Evans Prints Online. This vintage photograph, dated 1862, offers a glimpse into history as convicts are seen scraping shot, a grueling task on these prison ships moored in the Thames estuary. Our high-quality Metal Prints bring history to life with their vibrant colors and stunning detail, making for a unique and thought-provoking addition to any home or office space. Order yours today and let the story of the Woolwich hulks be a part of your daily life.
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 60.9cm x 50.8cm (24" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 61.5cm x 51.4cm (24.2" x 20.2")
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 evocative image captures a moment in the daily life of the Woolwich Hulks, a collection of decommissioned ships moored in the Thames Estuary off Woolwich, England, which served as makeshift prisons from the late 18th century until the mid-19th century. In this photograph, taken in 1862, a group of convicts can be seen hard at work, scraping shot from the hulls of the ships. The shot, which were round iron balls used in cannons, had been discarded and were now being collected for reuse. The laborious process involved the convicts using long iron hooks to pull the shot from the ships' hulls, which had been submerged in the Thames for years. This backbreaking work was a common punishment for convicts, who were often sent to the hulks as an alternative to transportation to Australia or as a means of punishment after serving their initial sentence. The Woolwich Hulks were notorious for their harsh conditions, with overcrowding, disease, and poor sanitation leading to high mortality rates. The convicts lived in cramped, unsanitary conditions, and were subjected to long hours of hard labor. Despite these challenges, they were expected to work diligently, as the shot they collected was a valuable resource for the British military. This photograph provides a glimpse into the grim reality of life on the Woolwich Hulks, highlighting the harsh punishment and labor that was inflicted upon the convicts. It also serves as a reminder of the important role that these ships played in the British penal system and military, as well as the human cost of maintaining them.
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