Poster Print : Mettray : a Dormitory
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Mettray : a Dormitory
METTRAY (near Tours) Open agricultural and industrial colony for juvenile offenders, 1839-1939 : BOYS IN THEIR DORMITORY, WHERE THEY SLEEP IN HAMMOCKS
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Media ID 606709
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1839 1850 Agricultural Colony Dormitory Hammocks Juvenile L Aw Mettray Offenders Prisons Sleep Tours
18x24 inch Poster Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse range of Poster Prints featuring the evocative image "Mettray: A Dormitory" by Mary Evans Picture Library. This captivating print transports us back in time to the open agricultural and industrial colony for juvenile offenders near Tours, France, established in 1839. Witness the boys in their dormitory, where they slept in hammocks, suspended above the floor, creating an intriguing juxtaposition of industrialization and the natural world. This unique and thought-provoking image is an excellent addition to any space, igniting conversation and inspiring reflection on the past. Our high-quality poster prints are perfect for adding character to your home, office, or classroom, and make a fantastic gift for history enthusiasts, educators, or anyone with a passion for social history. Bring the past to life with this intriguing glimpse into Mettray's dormitory, now available as a stunning poster print from Media Storehouse.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
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 print captures a glimpse into the past at Mettray, an open agricultural and industrial colony for juvenile offenders near Tours, France. Established in 1839 and operating until 1939, Mettray served as a unique institution aimed at reforming young lawbreakers through education and work.
In this particular image, we see a group of boys settled in their dormitory for the night. Instead of traditional beds, they sleep in hammocks suspended from the ceiling - a stark reminder of the strict living conditions imposed on them during their time at Mettray.
The scene is both haunting and intriguing, offering a window into a bygone era where juvenile offenders were sent to colonies like Mettray with hopes of rehabilitation rather than punishment. The history behind this photograph speaks volumes about societal attitudes towards youth crime in the mid-19th century and sheds light on innovative approaches to criminal justice that were being explored at the time.
As we gaze upon these boys resting peacefully in their hammocks, we are reminded of the complex interplay between agriculture, industry, and juvenile justice that defined life at Mettray. This print serves as a poignant reminder of how far we have come in our understanding of rehabilitation and reintegration for young offenders since the days when institutions like Mettray were commonplace.
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