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View of Wandsworth Prison
Exterior view of Surrey Prison and House of Correction, Wandsworth Date: 1862
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Correction Pauper Prison Surrey Wandsworth Workhouse
20"x16" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Bring the historical charm of Wandsworth Prison into your home with our Media Storehouse Metal Prints. Featuring an exclusive image from Mary Evans Prints Online, this Metal Print showcases the exterior view of Surrey Prison and House of Correction as it looked in 1862. The high-quality metal print process creates a vibrant and durable image that is sure to be a conversation starter. With its sleek design and protective coating, this print is not only a beautiful addition to any wall but also a long-lasting investment. Order yours today and step back in time with a piece of history in your home.
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.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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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This evocative image, captured in 1862, presents an exterior view of Wandsworth Prison and House of Correction in Surrey, England. The imposing stone structure looms large against the backdrop of a grey, overcast sky, its high walls and barred windows a stark reminder of the institution's purpose. At the time, Wandsworth Prison was one of the largest and most notorious penitentiaries in the country. Its primary function was to house both convicted criminals and paupers who had been committed to the workhouse for non-payment of rates or other offenses. The prison was designed to be a place of punishment, reformation, and rehabilitation, with a strong emphasis on hard labor and discipline. The image reveals a bustling scene of activity. Prisoners can be seen working in the prison yard, while guards stand watch at the gates. Smoke rises from the chimneys of the adjacent workhouse, indicating that the inmates were likely engaged in textile production or other industrial labor. The scene is a snapshot of life in a mid-19th century English prison, where the harsh realities of punishment and reform were a daily reality for those who found themselves within its walls. Despite the somber atmosphere, there are signs of humanity and community. Clusters of people can be seen gathered around the prison gates, likely waiting for loved ones to be released or visiting those who were incarcerated. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the complex and often contradictory nature of the prison system, which sought to punish and reform while also maintaining a sense of connection to the outside world.
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