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Forcats going to work at the penitencier Saint-Laurent (Saint-Laurent
XEE4143445 Forcats going to work at the penitencier Saint-Laurent (Saint-Laurent) in Cayenne (French Guiana) in the 19th century. Engraving in " Histoire des bagnes depuis leur creation A nos jours" (1877) by Pierre Zaccone (1817-1895) (Colonia Penale - Penal colony). Private collection. by Anonymous; Private Collection; (add.info.: Forcats going to work at the penitencier Saint-Laurent (Saint-Laurent) in Cayenne (French Guiana) in the 19th century. Engraving in " Histoire des bagnes depuis leur creation A nos jours" (1877) by Pierre Zaccone (1817-1895) (Colonia Penale - Penal colony). Private collection.); Stefano Bianchetti; out of copyright
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This print takes us back to the 19th century, offering a glimpse into the harsh reality of life for convicts in Cayenne, French Guiana. The image captures a group of forcats as they make their way to work at the penitencier Saint-Laurent. Each face tells a story of hardship and resilience. Engraved by Pierre Zaccone in his renowned book "Histoire des bagnes depuis leur creation A nos jours" (1877), this historical artifact sheds light on the penal colony system that was prevalent during that era. The author himself, Zaccone, dedicated his work to documenting the history of these prisons from their inception until modern times. The composition is powerful; it portrays not only the physical labor these prisoners endured but also their humanity. Despite being labeled as criminals, they are still individuals with hopes and dreams buried beneath their striped uniforms. This print now resides in a private collection, serving as a reminder of our past and an opportunity for reflection on how far we have come in terms of criminal justice reform. It serves as evidence that even within darkness there can be beauty found - both artistically captured by Stefano Bianchetti's lens and metaphorically represented through the strength displayed by these incarcerated men. As we gaze upon this engraving, let us remember those who came before us and strive towards creating a more compassionate society where rehabilitation triumphs over punishment.
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