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Middlesex House of Detention, Clerkenwell
Ground plan of the Middlesex House of Detention at Clerkenwell. Date: 1862
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Clerkenwell Detention Middlesex Pauper Plan Workhouse
14"x11" Photo Print
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Estimated Product Size is 27.9cm x 35.5cm (11" x 14")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: "Middlesex House of Detention, Clerkenwell: An 1862 Ground Plan Revealing the Institution's Intricate Layout" The Middlesex House of Detention at Clerkenwell, a historic London workhouse, is depicted in this intricately detailed ground plan from 1862. This architectural drawing offers a unique glimpse into the inner workings of this once formidable institution, which served as a place of confinement for paupers and petty offenders. Located in the heart of Clerkenwell, the Middlesex House of Detention was a key component of the English workhouse system, established to provide relief for the poor and deter idleness. The ground plan reveals the extensive layout of the building, which included various wings for different categories of inmates, such as men, women, and children. The plan also illustrates the location of essential facilities, including the infirmary, chapel, kitchen, laundry, and various workshops. The Middlesex House of Detention was renowned for its strict disciplinary measures and harsh living conditions, designed to instill a sense of fear and deter potential inmates from entering its walls. The ground plan reveals the precise arrangement of cells, corridors, and watchtowers, which ensured that every aspect of inmate life was closely monitored and controlled. This 1862 ground plan serves as an essential historical record of the Middlesex House of Detention at Clerkenwell, providing valuable insights into the architecture, organization, and daily life within this once-notorious institution. Its intricate details offer a fascinating glimpse into the past, shedding light on the complex social and architectural history of London's workhouse system.
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