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Female convict in canvas dress (under punishment for tearing her clothes)
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Female convict in canvas dress (under punishment for tearing her clothes)
STC386235 Female convict in canvas dress (under punishment for tearing her clothes), 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; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23251446
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Criminal Justice System Prison Cell Solitary Confinement
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This print captures the somber reality of a female convict in the 19th century. Dressed in a simple canvas garment, she stands as a stark reminder of the harsh punishment inflicted upon those who dared to tear their clothes within the confines of prison walls. The engraving, taken from The Criminal Prisons of London and Scenes from Prison Life by Henry Mayhew and John Binny, published in 1862, transports us back to an era where solitary confinement was not only used as a means of discipline but also as a method to break one's spirit. The woman's expression is hauntingly solemn, revealing the toll that her time spent behind bars has taken on her. Her eyes seem weary yet resilient, reflecting both pain and determination. We can only imagine what hardships she endured during her imprisonment. This image serves as a poignant reminder of the Victorian criminal justice system's unforgiving nature towards its prisoners. It offers us a glimpse into an oppressive world where individuals were stripped not only of their freedom but also their dignity. As we observe this powerful photograph print from Bridgeman Images' private collection, we are reminded that it is crucial to reflect upon our history and strive for more compassionate approaches within our modern-day prison systems.
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