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Sketches in Scotland-Yard (engraving)
1107207 Sketches in Scotland-Yard (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches in Scotland-Yard. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 29 September 1883.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23389414
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Criminals Metropolitan Police Photographed Scotland Yard Showing Trainer J Smith
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This print titled "Sketches in Scotland-Yard" takes us back to 19th century London, offering a glimpse into the world of crime and law enforcement. The engraving, created by an English School artist, showcases a group of young thieves known as Fred Brown, George Pit, J Smith, and Charles Fovier alongside notorious habitual criminals. The image captures the intense atmosphere within the convict office at Scotland Yard where these individuals were under police supervision. With their faces etched with stories of mischief and wrongdoing, it is evident that they have been captured by the lens of truth. Intriguingly, this illustration was originally featured in The Illustrated London News on September 29th, 1883. It sheds light on the dark underbelly of society during that era when criminal activities were rampant in metropolitan areas like London. Amongst them are ticket-of-leave men who had served time but now found themselves closely monitored by authorities. Their expressions reveal both defiance and resignation as they navigate life after incarceration. Through this photograph print from Fine Art Finder's collection courtesy of Bridgeman Images, we are transported to a time long gone but not forgotten—a reminder that even amidst chaos and crime there exists artistry capable of capturing history's most intriguing moments.
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