Premium Framed Print : OCCOQUAN WORKHOUSE. Sleeping area at the Occoquan Workhouse near Lorton, Virginia
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OCCOQUAN WORKHOUSE. Sleeping area at the Occoquan Workhouse near Lorton, Virginia
OCCOQUAN WORKHOUSE.
Sleeping area at the Occoquan Workhouse near Lorton, Virginia. Photograph, early 20th century
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Media ID 13634885
Jail Prison Prisoner Punishment Virginia Workhouse Reformatory Southeast
14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 35.6cm (16" x 14")
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 photograph captures the somber atmosphere of the sleeping area at the Occoquan Workhouse near Lorton, Virginia in the early 20th century. The image offers a glimpse into the harsh reality faced by prisoners within this reformatory institution. The composition showcases rows of simple beds neatly arranged in a spartan room, emphasizing the strict order imposed on those incarcerated here. Each bed is occupied by a lone figure, their faces obscured from view, symbolizing anonymity and loss of individuality within this confined space. The starkness of the interior reflects both physical punishment and psychological torment endured by inmates. The absence of personal belongings or any semblance of comfort highlights the punitive nature of their confinement. This image serves as a reminder that incarceration was not just about removing individuals from society but also subjecting them to dehumanizing conditions aimed at reforming their behavior. Located in Southeast Virginia, Occoquan Workhouse played a significant role in American history during its time as an active prison facility. It stands as a testament to our nation's complex relationship with punishment and rehabilitation. As we contemplate this thought-provoking photograph, it prompts us to reflect on our own notions of justice and compassion for those who have found themselves entangled within these walls.
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