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Photographic Print : Girls room, Aylesbury Borstal, Buckinghamshire
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Girls room, Aylesbury Borstal, Buckinghamshire
A typical inmates room at the Aylesbury girls borstal, Buckinghamshire, established in 1909 as a youth prison for those aged 16 to 21
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1945 Aylesbury Borstal Buckingham Shire Cell Crime Inmate Juvenile L Aw Prison Punishment Youth
10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Introducing the captivating "Girls room, Aylesbury Borstal, Buckinghamshire" photograph from our Media Storehouse collection, exclusively sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative image offers a rare glimpse into history, depicting a typical inmate's room at the Aylesbury Girls Borstal, established in 1909. A poignant reminder of the past, this photograph invites reflection on the experiences of young women in the juvenile justice system during the early 20th century. Add a touch of historical intrigue to your home or office with this unique, rights-managed print.
Printed on archival quality paper for unrivalled stable artwork permanence and brilliant colour reproduction with accurate colour rendition and smooth tones. Printed on professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper. 10x8 for landscape images, 8x10 for portrait images.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
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 photograph captures the stark reality of life in a Girls' Room at Aylesbury Borstal, Buckinghamshire, during the 1940s. Established in 1909, Aylesbury Borstal was a youth prison for juvenile offenders aged between 16 and 21. The Edwardian-era institution, nestled in the picturesque Buckinghamshire countryside, was designed to reform and rehabilitate young offenders through a combination of discipline, education, and hard labor. The photograph shows a typical inmate's room, with its sparse furnishings and functional design. The room contains only the essentials: a bed, a chair, a table, and a small window. The bed, with its worn-out mattress and threadbare blanket, appears to be the only source of comfort in this cold, sterile environment. The chair, with its worn-out upholstery, seems to invite introspection and contemplation. The table, with its scratched surface and missing legs, bears the marks of countless hours spent writing letters or completing schoolwork. The window, with its barred panes, serves as a reminder of the outside world and the freedom that lies beyond the prison walls. The room's plain, whitewashed walls and bare floor add to the sense of isolation and confinement. The photograph, taken in the 1940s, offers a glimpse into the history of this once-notorious institution. The law and order of the time demanded strict punishment for young offenders, and Aylesbury Borstal was a symbol of that era's approach to juvenile justice. Today, the building stands as a reminder of a bygone era and the evolving nature of the criminal justice system.
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