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Premium Framed Print : Interior view of the Sessions House, Old Bailey, City of London, 1824
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Interior view of the Sessions House, Old Bailey, City of London, 1824
Interior view of the Sessions House, Old Bailey, City of London, 1824. The trial of Henry Fauntleroy in progress
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Media ID 15175594
© London Metropolitan Archives (City of London) / Heritage-Images
Banker Bench Court Court Case Criminal Forger Forgery Henry Judge Judgement Judgment Judiciary Justice Law Court Legal System Listening Old Bailey Sessions House Trial Aquatint Fauntleroy Lawyer
14"x18" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x12" 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 30.4cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 45.8cm x 35.6cm (18" 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.
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This print takes us back to the year 1824, offering a rare glimpse into the interior of the Sessions House at Old Bailey in the City of London. The image captures a significant moment in history as it showcases the trial of Henry Fauntleroy, a notorious banker accused of forgery. The grandeur and architectural beauty of this historic building are evident, with its towering walls and intricate details showcased through an aquatint technique. Inside, we witness a scene filled with intensity and anticipation. Men dressed in formal attire occupy benches, their eyes fixed on the proceedings unfolding before them. At the center sits Henry Fauntleroy himself, his fate hanging in balance as he faces judgment for his alleged crimes. The judge presides over this pivotal moment while lawyers diligently present their arguments. Every individual within this courtroom plays a crucial role in upholding justice. This photograph not only offers us insight into one man's trial but also serves as a window into 19th-century British legal system and society itself. It reminds us that even centuries ago, people sought truth and fairness within these hallowed halls. Preserved by Guildhall Library and Art Gallery, this remarkable piece allows us to connect with our past by immersing ourselves in an era where law courts were arenas for both justice-seeking professionals and curious spectators alike.
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