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Arrival of the convicts at Bicetre (wash on paper) (b / w photo)
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Arrival of the convicts at Bicetre (wash on paper) (b / w photo)
XIR224812 Arrival of the convicts at Bicetre (wash on paper) (b/w photo) by Cloquemin, Gabriel (18th-19th century); Musee de l Ile de France, Sceaux, France; French, out of copyright
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Arriving Asylum Convict Courtyard Horse Drawn Poorhouse Prison Prisoners Street Lamp Top Hat Warder Wheel Metal Gate Prisoner Punishment
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This print titled "Arrival of the convicts at Bicetre" takes us back in time to witness a somber moment in history. The image, captured by Gabriel Cloquemin during the 18th or 19th century, depicts a group of male convicts arriving at Bicetre, a notorious prison and poorhouse in France. The scene unfolds within the confines of a grim courtyard, enclosed by imposing metal gates. A horse-drawn cart carries these unfortunate souls who are about to face their punishment for crimes committed. The prisoners' faces reflect despair and resignation as they disembark from the cart under the watchful eyes of warders and soldiers. In this bleak setting, an officer stands tall wearing his uniform and top hat, overseeing the arrival with an air of authority. The presence of a street lamp adds an eerie ambiance to this already haunting composition. Cloquemin's wash on paper technique enhances the starkness of this monochromatic photograph, emphasizing every detail with striking clarity. This historical document serves as a reminder of society's past approach to justice and punishment. Displayed at Musee de l'Ile de France in Sceaux, France, this powerful image transports viewers into another era where human suffering was both tangible and commonplace. It is through such visual records that we gain insight into our collective past while contemplating how far we have come as societies today.
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