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The Prison, 1858 (coloured engraving)
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The Prison, 1858 (coloured engraving)
STC243944 The Prison, 1858 (coloured engraving) by Parkinson (fl.1858); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22662358
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Cautionary Tale Cell Criminals Crying Dickensian Guard Jail Jailor Juvenile Kicking Offenders Oliver Twist Orphans Orphelin Orphelins Peeler Policeman Top Hat Unhappy Urchin Urchins Delinquent Delinquents
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The Prison, 1858
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is a captivating coloured engraving that takes us back to the Victorian era, where we witness a poignant scene unfolding. In this powerful image by Parkinson, we are transported to a dimly lit cell within the confines of an austere prison. The focus of the print lies on a group of young offenders, their faces etched with sadness and despair. These delinquent boys, orphans left to fend for themselves in the harsh streets of Victorian England, find themselves trapped in this gloomy space under the watchful eye of a stern guard. Their tear-streaked faces tell tales of lives filled with petty crime and hardship. The presence of a top-hatted policeman serves as a reminder that society's attempts at maintaining order often fall short when it comes to protecting vulnerable children like these. It is through illustrations like these that artists sought to shed light on the plight faced by such youngsters during this time. This evocative engraving serves as both a cautionary tale and an indictment against societal neglect. It echoes themes seen in works like "Oliver Twist" by Charles Dickens – highlighting the struggles faced by orphaned children who were driven into lives of crime due to circumstances beyond their control. Through its intricate details and emotive depiction, this engraving from Bridgeman Images captures not only our attention but also our empathy towards these young souls caught up in unfortunate circumstances.
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