Framed Print : Sleeping cell at Brixton Prison
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Sleeping cell at Brixton Prison
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Media ID 7178749
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Brixton Cell Pauper Prison Sleeping Workhouse
22"x18" Modern Frame
Step into history with our captivating Framed Prints from Media Storehouse. This particular piece showcases the "Sleeping cell at Brixton Prison" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. A haunting image from the past, this print brings a unique blend of historical significance and artistic beauty to any space. The intricately detailed sleeping cell, captured in black and white, invites reflection on the past and the evolution of our criminal justice system. Each frame is meticulously crafted to preserve and enhance the print's quality, making it a stunning addition to your home or office decor. Purchase this Framed Print today and bring a piece of history into your world.
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 stark reality of life inside a sleeping cell at Brixton Prison in the late 19th century. The image offers a glimpse into the cramped and spartan conditions endured by prisoners, as well as paupers who were housed in the prison's workhouse. Brixton Prison, located in London, England, was notorious for its harsh treatment of inmates. The sleeping cells, designed to hold multiple prisoners, were the only place where they could rest. The narrow, wooden bunks are barely visible in the dimly lit room, with thin blankets and meager pillows providing the only comfort. The cell's cold, damp atmosphere is further emphasized by the condensation on the walls and the peeling paint. The presence of the workhouse inmates in the prison is a reflection of the Victorian era's harsh welfare system. Paupers, who were unable to support themselves, were often forced to live in workhouses, where they were required to work long hours in exchange for food and shelter. Those who were deemed unfit for work, such as the elderly, sick, or disabled, were housed in prison workhouses like Brixton. This photograph serves as a powerful reminder of the harsh living conditions that existed during this period, and the stark contrast between the haves and have-nots in Victorian society. It also highlights the importance of social reforms, which led to the eventual closure of workhouses and the improvement of prison conditions.
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