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Poster Print : Testimony at the Salem witchcraft trials, 1690s
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Testimony at the Salem witchcraft trials, 1690s
Trial of a suspected witch at Salem, Massachusetts Bay Colony, 1692.
Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration
North Wind Picture Archives brings history to life with stock images and hand-colored illustrations
Media ID 5877888
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A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Discover the intrigue and drama of historical events with Media Storehouse's captivating Poster Prints. This particular print transports you back to the 1690s during the infamous Salem Witch Trials in Massachusetts Bay Colony. Witness the intensity of a suspected witch's trial, as depicted in this 19th-century hand-colored woodcut from North Wind Picture Archives. Each detail, from the accusers' stern faces to the defendant's desperate plea, brings the past to life. Add this evocative piece to your home or office to ignite conversation and inspire curiosity about history.
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 59.4cm x 40.9cm (23.4" x 16.1")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This print takes us back to the chilling and infamous Salem witchcraft trials of the 1690s. The image depicts a trial scene in which a suspected witch is being interrogated within the walls of a colonial courtroom in Salem, Massachusetts Bay Colony. Hand-colored with intricate detail, this 19th-century woodcut illustration transports us to an era filled with fear, superstition, and religious fervor. The atmosphere is tense as justice hangs in the balance. A stern judge presides over the proceedings while witnesses give their testimonies amidst an air thick with prejudice and suspicion. The accused woman stands at the center of it all, her face reflecting both vulnerability and defiance. In this haunting depiction, we witness not only an individual on trial but also a society grappling with its own demons. The mass hysteria surrounding accusations of witchcraft led to countless lives being shattered by persecution and victimization. It serves as a stark reminder of how easily fear can cloud judgment and lead to grave injustices. As we gaze upon this piece of history frozen in time, we are reminded that even within our pursuit for truth and justice lies the potential for darkness to prevail over reason. This photograph encapsulates not only one moment from America's past but also serves as a powerful symbol for civil rights struggles throughout history – reminding us never to forget those who suffered under such religious persecution or fell victim to societal prejudices fueled by ignorance and paranoia.
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