Poster Print : Ground plan of Coldbath Fields Prison
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Ground plan of Coldbath Fields Prison
Ground plan of Coldbath Fields Prison, Clerkenwell. Date: 1862
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Clerkenwell Coldbath Fields Pauper Plan Prison Workhouse
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Introducing the captivating Ground Plan of Coldbath Fields Prison poster print from Media Storehouse, an intriguing addition to your historical decor. This rare antique map, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, dates back to 1862 and provides a fascinating glimpse into the architecture and layout of one of London's former correctional institutions. Coldbath Fields Prison in Clerkenwell was a notorious establishment known for its harsh conditions and high mortality rates. This detailed ground plan offers a unique perspective on the prison's design, revealing the various buildings, yards, and living quarters that housed the inmates. Bring a touch of history and intrigue to your home or office with this captivating and authentic poster print from Media Storehouse. With its captivating details and rich historical significance, this print is an excellent conversation starter and a beautiful addition to any space. Order yours today and step back in time to explore the intricacies of Coldbath Fields Prison.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 42cm x 50cm (16.5" x 19.7")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: Ground Plan of Coldbath Fields Prison, Clerkenwell (1862) This evocative ground plan illustrates the layout of Coldbath Fields Prison, a historic penal institution located in the heart of Clerkenwell, London. Dating back to 1862, this intricate diagram offers a unique glimpse into the Victorian-era penal system and the daily lives of its inmates. Coldbath Fields Prison was originally established in 1794 as a workhouse for paupers, but later evolved into a house of correction and debtors' prison. The ground plan reveals the various components of this sprawling complex, including the prison chapel, infirmary, exercise yards, and various cell blocks. The prison was designed to accommodate both male and female inmates, with separate wings for each gender. The cells, arranged in long corridors, were intended to house multiple prisoners, reflecting the overcrowded conditions that were common in Victorian-era prisons. The plan also highlights the presence of a treadmill, a notorious feature of many Victorian prisons. Inmates were forced to turn a large wheel, often for hours on end, as a form of punishment and labor. The treadmill, located in the central part of the plan, underscores the harsh and punitive nature of the penal system during this period. Despite its grim reputation, Coldbath Fields Prison also served as a place of reform and rehabilitation. The plan shows several educational and vocational facilities, including a school and a workshop, which were intended to provide inmates with skills and knowledge that could help them reintegrate into society upon their release. This ground plan of Coldbath Fields Prison offers a fascinating insight into the complex and often contradictory nature of the Victorian penal system, revealing a world of punishment, reform, and survival.
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