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Pentonville Prison
Pentonville chapel; prisoners seated in individual pews
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Media ID 585180
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1862 Chapel Individual L Aw Pentonville Pews Prison Prisoners Prisons Rows
Mouse Pad
Standard Size Mouse Pad 7.75" x 9..25". High density Neoprene w linen surface. Easy to clean, stain resistant finish. Rounded corners.
Archive quality photographic print in a durable wipe clean mouse mat with non slip backing. Works with all computer mice
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 23.7cm x 17cm (9.3" x 6.7")
Estimated Product Size is 23.7cm x 20.2cm (9.3" x 8")
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 photograph captures a moment of quiet reflection within the Pentonville Prison chapel in 1862. Established in 1842, Pentonville Prison was one of the first modern prisons in Britain, designed to reform rather than merely punish. The chapel, located at the heart of the prison complex, was a place where inmates could worship and seek solace. In this image, we see rows of individual pews filled with prisoners, each seated alone, deep in thought. The solemn atmosphere is heightened by the dimly lit space, with only the faint glow of candles illuminating the scene. The prisoners, dressed in their prison uniforms, appear introspective and pensive, a stark contrast to the harsh reality of prison life outside the chapel walls. The use of individual pews was a departure from the communal seating arrangements common in earlier prisons. This innovation was intended to promote personal reflection and introspection, allowing prisoners to focus on their spiritual wellbeing and rehabilitation. The chapel became a symbol of the prison's reformative ethos, providing a space for prisoners to connect with their faith and find inner peace. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, providing a window into the history of Pentonville Prison and the unique approach to prison reform that was pioneered there. The image also serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of spirituality and personal reflection in the context of incarceration, and the role that faith and community can play in the lives of those who are imprisoned.
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