Photographic Print : PRISON / MAT-MAKING / 1873

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PRISON / MAT-MAKING / 1873

A convict in his cell, making mats. Date: 1873

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Media ID 20151539

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1873 Cell Convict Mats Millbank Prison Prisons

10"x8" Photo Print

Step back in time with our exquisite PRISON / MAT-MAKING / 1873 photographic print from the Media Storehouse collection, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image transports you to the past, depicting a convict in his cell, meticulously crafting a mat in 1873. Add this unique, historically significant print to your home or office decor, and bring a piece of history into your space. Perfect for history enthusiasts, educators, and collectors, this print is a must-have for those seeking to add depth and intrigue to their surroundings.

Photo prints are produced on Kodak professional photo paper resulting in timeless and breath-taking prints which are also ideal for framing. The colors produced are rich and vivid, with accurate blacks and pristine whites, resulting in prints that are truly timeless and magnificent. Whether you're looking to display your prints in your home, office, or gallery, our range of photographic prints are sure to impress. Dimensions refers to the size of the paper in inches.

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Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.

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EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures the daily life of a convict in a Victorian-era British prison in 1873. The photograph, taken at Millbank Prison in London, shows a convict in his cell, intently focused on the task of mat-making. The cell is sparsely furnished, with a thin mattress on the floor, a small table, and a single window high up on the wall. The convict wears a drab prison uniform and is barefoot. Mat-making was a common occupation for prisoners in the UK during the Victorian era. Prisons saw it as a way to keep inmates occupied and productive, while also generating some income for the prison. The mats were often sold to the public, with the profits going back to the prison. Despite the apparent mundanity of the scene, the photograph offers a glimpse into the harsh realities of life in a Victorian prison. The convict's expression is one of intense concentration, perhaps a means of escaping the monotony and hardships of prison life. The cell, with its bare walls and meager furnishings, serves as a stark reminder of the punitive nature of the prison system during this period. The photograph also raises questions about the role of prisons in society and the treatment of convicts. Was mat-making an effective means of rehabilitation, or was it simply a way to exploit the labor of prisoners? And what impact did the conditions of the prison system have on the mental and physical wellbeing of those incarcerated? Overall, this photograph offers a fascinating insight into the past, providing a glimpse into the daily life of a convict in a Victorian-era British prison and the role of mat-making in the prison system.

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