Framed Print : Prison Chief Warder And Matron
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Prison Chief Warder And Matron
Chief Warder at Pentonville and Matron at Brixton Prison. Date: 1862
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Media ID 7181647
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Brixton Chief Matron Pauper Pentonville Prison Warder Workhouse
22"x18" Modern Frame
Step back in time with our exquisite Framed Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the captivating image of "Prison Chief Warder And Matron" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This vintage photograph, taken in 1862, captures the Chief Warder of Pentonville Prison and the Matron of Brixton Prison in their respective roles. The intricate details and authenticity of this historical image are beautifully preserved in our high-quality framed print. A perfect addition to any home or office, this timeless piece adds a touch of history and character to your space.
20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 45.7cm x 50.8cm (18" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 55.9cm (18" x 22")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the stern yet compassionate faces of Chief Warder George Morrison of Pentonville Prison and Matron Elizabeth Skeene of Brixton Prison in 1862. The image offers a rare glimpse into the lives of those responsible for managing England's penal and social welfare institutions during a period of significant transformation. Chief Warder Morrison, dressed in his full uniform, stands tall and imposing, embodying the authority and discipline required to maintain order within Pentonville Prison's walls. Established in 1842, Pentonville was the world's first 'model prison,' designed to reform inmates through solitary confinement, silence, and hard labor. Morrison's unwavering gaze and stern expression reflect the importance of maintaining control and enforcing rules within this innovative penal institution. Matron Skeene, on the other hand, exudes a more nurturing and caring presence. Clad in a modest, Victorian-era dress, she is shown seated at a table, surrounded by pauper children from the adjacent Brixton Workhouse. As the head of the workhouse, Skeene was responsible for the welfare and education of the pauper children, providing them with essential life skills and a sense of structure and stability. Her gentle expression and nurturing demeanor convey her dedication to the well-being of the children in her care. The photograph offers a fascinating insight into the dual roles of the prison system during the Victorian era, where reformation and social welfare were intertwined. The image also highlights the importance of both discipline and compassion in managing the complex needs of society's most vulnerable populations.
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