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A visit to the Alexandrofski Central Prison at Night (litho)
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A visit to the Alexandrofski Central Prison at Night (litho)
5198529 A visit to the Alexandrofski Central Prison at Night (litho) by Sandham, Henry (1842-1912); Private Collection; (add.info.: A visit to the Alexandrofski Central Prison at Night. Illustration for The Century Illustrated Monthly Magazine, Vol XXXVIII (May 1889 - October 1889).); © Look and Learn
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Prisoners Prisons Siberian Eastern Siberia
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This lithograph, titled "A visit to the Alexandrofski Central Prison at Night" transports us back in time to 19th-century Russia. Created by Henry Sandham, this print captures a haunting scene that evokes both curiosity and trepidation. In the darkness of night, we find ourselves standing outside the imposing walls of the Alexandrofski Central Prison. The artist's meticulous attention to detail allows us to glimpse into the lives of those incarcerated within its confines. Through his skilled hand, we witness a group of visitors - perhaps family members or officials - making their way towards the prison entrance. The atmosphere is heavy with mystery and tension as dimly lit lanterns cast eerie shadows on the faces of these nocturnal explorers. We can almost feel their anticipation and anxiety as they embark on this clandestine journey through Eastern Siberia. Sandham's engraving not only highlights the prisoners' plight but also offers a glimpse into Russian history during this tumultuous period. It serves as a poignant reminder of societal divisions and human resilience in an era marked by political unrest and social upheaval. As we gaze upon this historical masterpiece, our imagination runs wild with questions about what awaits inside those foreboding walls. This lithograph invites us to ponder themes such as justice, confinement, and redemption while reminding us that even in darkness, there is always hope for change.
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