Photographic Print : Parkhurst Prison, Isle of Wight - School room
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Parkhurst Prison, Isle of Wight - School room
Partitioned classroom seating at the juvenile penitentiary established in 1838 at Parkhurst, Isle of Wight. The prison aimed to provide boys with discipline, education and training prior to transportation. Date: circa 1847
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Media ID 14250519
© Mary Evans/Peter Higginbotham Collection
1838 1847 Aimed Carehome Classroom Discipline Established Isle Juvenile Orphanage Orphans Parkhurst Penitentiary Prior Prison Provide Seating Welfare Wight Childrens
12"x8" Photo Print
Introducing the captivating "Parkhurst Prison, Isle of Wight - School Room" photograph from our Media Storehouse collection, brought to you in partnership with Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative image offers a glimpse into the past, showcasing the partitioned classroom seating at the historic Parkhurst Prison. Established in 1838, this juvenile penitentiary aimed to provide boys with discipline and reformation. This rights-managed print is an intriguing addition to any historical or educational display, inviting viewers to reflect on the past and the evolution of rehabilitation methods. Experience the rich history and thought-provoking narrative this image brings to your space.
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Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 20.3cm (12" 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 the interior of a partitioned classroom at Parkhurst Prison on the Isle of Wight, circa 1847. Established in 1838, Parkhurst was one of the first juvenile penitentiaries in England, designed to provide discipline, education, and training for boys prior to their transportation. The partitioned seating arrangement in this schoolroom reflects the institutional nature of the facility, with each boy isolated from his peers, fostering a sense of introspection and self-reflection. The boys, dressed in plain clothing, sit attentively at their desks, focused on their lessons. The partitioned walls, which separate them from one another, serve a dual purpose: they maintain order in the classroom while also offering a modicum of privacy for the students. The classroom setting suggests an attempt to provide a semblance of normalcy and structure in an otherwise harsh and regimented environment. At the time, Parkhurst Prison was considered a progressive institution, as it recognized the importance of education and rehabilitation for young offenders. The prison aimed to prepare these boys for a productive future, either through apprenticeships or by returning them to their families. In addition to providing care and welfare for these children, the prison also offered services for orphans and social wards, making it an essential part of the local community. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, providing insight into the educational and rehabilitative efforts undertaken at Parkhurst Prison during the mid-19th century. It serves as a reminder of the importance of education and care in the lives of young people, even in the most challenging of circumstances.
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