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Whitecross Street Prison, 1850 (w / c on paper)

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Whitecross Street Prison, 1850 (w / c on paper)

XCF267472 Whitecross Street Prison, 1850 (w/c on paper) by Shepherd, Thomas Hosmer (1792-1864); Private Collection; (add.info.: built for debtors in 1815; ); English, out of copyright

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Debtors Prison Gaol Horse And Cart Jail Penitentiary West View


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This print transports us back to the year 1850, offering a glimpse into the hauntingly austere Whitecross Street Prison. Painted by Thomas Hosmer Shepherd, this watercolor on paper artwork captures the essence of this notorious penitentiary with remarkable detail. The image showcases the west view of the prison's facade, revealing its imposing high walls that enclose a world of despair and confinement. A horse-drawn cart stands in front, perhaps symbolizing both freedom and captivity simultaneously. The blank niches on the wall hint at a forgotten past or lost souls who once occupied these grim cells. Built specifically for debtors in 1815, Whitecross Street Prison was a place where individuals found themselves trapped due to their financial struggles. This Georgian-era jail served as a constant reminder of London's unforgiving nature towards those burdened by debt. Shepherd's painting skillfully portrays the somber atmosphere surrounding this institution, capturing not only its physical structure but also evoking emotions associated with imprisonment and desperation. Through his brushstrokes, he brings to life an era long gone but still resonating within our collective memory. This print from Fine Art Finder serves as a poignant reminder of human resilience amidst adversity while shedding light on an important chapter in history when debtors were confined behind these formidable walls.

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