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North View of the Marshalsea, Southwark, before the New Buildings, engraved by T. P. c
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North View of the Marshalsea, Southwark, before the New Buildings, engraved by T. P. c
2563291 North View of the Marshalsea, Southwark, before the New Buildings, engraved by T.P. c.1804 (engraving) by Orme, Daniel (1766-p.1832); 12x17 cm; Free Library of Philadelphia; (add.info.: Inscribed, Engraved by T.P. from an original drawing by Lieut. Orme in the possession of W. Jenkins Esqr. Marshalsea Prison is mentioned in the writings of Charles Dickens (1812-70). Published by John Nichols.); eFree Library of Philadelphia; Print and Picture Collection, Free Library of Philadelphia; British, out of copyright
Media ID 22260230
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Dickensian Marshalsea North Prison Prisons Reformatory Southwark Charles Dickens John Nichols Reformatories
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This print titled "North View of the Marshalsea, Southwark, before the New Buildings" takes us back in time to early 19th-century London. Engraved by T. P. around 1804 and measuring 12x17 cm, this piece is a true historical gem. The image showcases a bustling street scene with figures going about their daily lives against the backdrop of the Marshalsea Prison. Lieutenant Orme's original drawing served as inspiration for this engraving, which was owned by W. Jenkins Esqr. , adding an intriguing personal touch to its history. Marshalsea Prison holds significant literary importance as it features prominently in Charles Dickens' writings. This prison became synonymous with debtors' confinement during that era, and Dickens himself had firsthand experience of his father's imprisonment there. Published by John Nichols, this print offers a glimpse into the Dickensian world that inspired many of his unforgettable characters and stories. The absence of new buildings in this depiction allows us to imagine how life would have been within these walls before any architectural changes took place. Preserved at the Free Library of Philadelphia's Print and Picture Collection, this British artwork captures both the charm and harsh reality of London streets during a transformative period in history. Its timeless appeal continues to captivate viewers today, offering a window into an era long gone but not forgotten.
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