Fine Art Print : Pentonville Prison
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Pentonville Prison
Pentonville chapel; prisoners seated in individual pews
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Media ID 585180
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10039171
1862 Chapel Individual L Aw Pentonville Pews Prison Prisoners Prisons Rows
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the past with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring this evocative image of Pentonville Prison by Mary Evans Picture Library. Captured from Mary Evans Prints Online, this print showcases the Pentonville Chapel, where prisoners once sat in quiet reflection in individual pews. Add a touch of history and artistry to your home or office with this beautiful, high-quality print. Each print is carefully produced using archival-quality materials to ensure longevity and vibrant color. Order yours today and bring a piece of the past into your present.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures a moment of quiet reflection within the Pentonville Prison chapel in 1862. Established in 1842, Pentonville Prison was one of the first modern prisons in Britain, designed to reform rather than merely punish. The chapel, located at the heart of the prison complex, was a place where inmates could worship and seek solace. In this image, we see rows of individual pews filled with prisoners, each seated alone, deep in thought. The solemn atmosphere is heightened by the dimly lit space, with only the faint glow of candles illuminating the scene. The prisoners, dressed in their prison uniforms, appear introspective and pensive, a stark contrast to the harsh reality of prison life outside the chapel walls. The use of individual pews was a departure from the communal seating arrangements common in earlier prisons. This innovation was intended to promote personal reflection and introspection, allowing prisoners to focus on their spiritual wellbeing and rehabilitation. The chapel became a symbol of the prison's reformative ethos, providing a space for prisoners to connect with their faith and find inner peace. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, providing a window into the history of Pentonville Prison and the unique approach to prison reform that was pioneered there. The image also serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of spirituality and personal reflection in the context of incarceration, and the role that faith and community can play in the lives of those who are imprisoned.
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