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STC386221 Interior of the House of Detention, Clerkenwell, illustration from The Criminal Prisons of London and Scenes from Prison Life by Henry Mayhew and John Binny, pub. 1862 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Subtitled: " As it appears at the time of the visits of the Prisoners Friends" ; ); The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23548338
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Cells Criminal Justice System Guard Guards Prisoners Staircase Visitors Warder Warders Spiral Stairs
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This print titled "Interior of the House of Detention, Clerkenwell" takes us back to the 19th century, offering a glimpse into the haunting reality of prison life during Victorian times. The illustration is part of a collection called "The Criminal Prisons of London and Scenes from Prison Life" by Henry Mayhew and John Binny, published in 1862. In this particular scene, we are transported inside the walls of Clerkenwell's House of Detention. The image showcases a dimly lit interior filled with female prisoners, guards, warders, and visitors. It provides an intriguing insight into the workings of the criminal justice system at that time. One cannot help but be drawn to the spiral staircase in the background that adds an air of mystery and intrigue to this already somber setting. The composition skillfully captures both the physical confinement within individual cells as well as societal constraints imposed on these women. As we observe this historical engraving from our modern perspective, it serves as a reminder not only of how far we have come in terms of prison reform but also highlights ongoing issues surrounding incarceration today. This thought-provoking piece invites contemplation on themes such as punishment versus rehabilitation and raises questions about social inequality within our legal systems. Displayed here courtesy of Bridgeman Images' Private Collection, this powerful artwork continues to resonate with viewers long after its creation over a century ago.
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