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A French prison guard
A French prison guard, smoking a pipe. Date: 1850
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Media ID 20142323
© Bubblepunk
1850 Guard Pipe Prison Prisons
20x30 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our captivating selection of antique prints from Media Storehouse. This particular piece showcases a French prison guard, elegantly portrayed while taking a contemplative pause with his pipe in hand. Dating back to 1850, this evocative image from Mary Evans Prints Online transports you to an era of history, adding an authentic and intriguing touch to your walls. Ideal for history enthusiasts, art collectors, and those who appreciate the beauty of the past, our poster prints are not just decorative pieces but also windows to the world's rich and diverse heritage.
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 51.4cm x 76.8cm (20.2" x 30.2")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures the stoic presence of a French prison guard from the mid-19th century. Dressed in the traditional uniform of the time, the guard wears a tall, peaked cap adorned with a rooster insignia, a long, double-breasted coat, and a sash with the tricolor French flag. In one hand, he holds a sword, symbolizing his authority and ability to maintain order and enforce the law. In the other, he leisurely smokes his pipe, a small cloud of smoke wafting above his head. The prison walls loom in the background, a reminder of the solemn duty that lies before him. The guard's expression is serious yet calm, reflecting the gravity of his role in maintaining the justice system. The scene is a poignant reminder of the balance between discipline and humanity in the penal system of the time. This photograph, taken in 1850, offers a unique glimpse into the daily life of a French prison guard during an era when the penal system was undergoing significant reforms.
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