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Wood Street Compter
A victorian depiction of prisoners fighting and gambling at the Wood Street Compter (or Counter) prison in the City of London, circa 1650. Primarily a debtors prison, the Wood Street Compter was destroyed in the Great Fire of London in 1666. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
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Hulton Archive
Media ID 11797092
© 2007 Getty Images
15"x10" (38x25cm) Metal Print
Step back in time with our captivating Metal Print from Media Storehouse's Fine Art Storehouse collection. This vintage masterpiece, titled "Wood Street Compter" by Hulton Archive, depicts a lively and intriguing scene from the Victorian era. Prisoners are shown engaging in fierce fighting and gambling at the Wood Street Compter prison in the City of London, circa 1650. The high-quality metal print brings out the rich details and textures of this historical artwork, making it a stunning addition to any room in your home or office. With its sleek, modern design and durable, rust-resistant metal finish, this Metal Print is not only a beautiful work of art but also a long-lasting investment. Experience the past like never before with Media Storehouse's Fine Art Storehouse Metal Prints.
Your image is printed photographically and bonded to a 3.5mm thick, Dibond board (black polyethylene sandwiched between two sheets of white coated aluminium). The panel is then sealed with a gloss protective covering. Supplied complete with a wall mount which holds the print 10mm from the wall.
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Estimated Product Size is 38.1cm x 25.4cm (15" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print takes us back in time to the Wood Street Compter, a notorious Victorian prison located in the heart of London. The image depicts a scene of chaos and aggression within the confines of this historic institution, offering us a glimpse into the harsh realities faced by prisoners during that era. The Wood Street Compter was primarily used as a debtors prison, where individuals who were unable to repay their debts were incarcerated. However, it also housed criminals from various walks of life, creating an environment filled with tension and desperation. In this snapshot frozen in time, we witness men of all ages engaging in fights and gambling activities within their cramped cells. The expressions on their faces reveal both anger and resignation as they navigate through the daily struggles of confinement. Sadly, this infamous prison met its demise during the Great Fire of London in 1666. Its destruction marked an end to an era characterized by suffering and despair for those held captive within its walls. Through this powerful photograph captured by Hulton Archive/Getty Images, we are reminded of the dark chapters in history that shaped our society today. It serves as a poignant reminder that even amidst chaos and adversity, resilience can prevail.
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