Ex Convict Collection

Portrait of Joseph Raphael, c. 1852 (pencil, pastel & charcoal on paper)
5914759 Portrait of Joseph Raphael, c.1852 (pencil, pastel & charcoal on paper) by Rodius, Charles (1802-60); 29.4x22.8 cm; Mitchell Library

Portrait of Joseph Raphael, c. 1852 (pencil, pastel & charcoal on paper)
5914733 Portrait of Joseph Raphael, c.1852 (pencil, pastel & charcoal on paper) by Rodius, Charles (1802-60); 29.4x22.8 cm; Mitchell Library

A Deep One [portrait of George Barrington], c. 1800 (engraving)
5914655 A Deep One [portrait of George Barrington], c.1800 (engraving) by Irish School, (19th century); 20.1x14.4 cm; Mitchell Library

Vautrin, illustration from Le Pere Goriot by Honore de Balzac (1799-1850
CHT207677 Vautrin, illustration from Le Pere Goriot by Honore de Balzac (1799-1850) (engraving) (b/w photo) by Daumier, Honore (1808-79) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

"22A, Curzon Street, "the New Play at the Garrick Theatre (engraving)
1615283 " 22A, Curzon Street, " the New Play at the Garrick Theatre (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: " 22A, Curzon Street)

Vautrin, illustration from Le Pere Goriot by Honore de Balzac (1799-1850
CHT207678 Vautrin, illustration from Le Pere Goriot by Honore de Balzac (1799-1850) (engraving) (b/w photo) by Laisne (19th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Portrait of Sarah Scarvell, nee Redmond, 1855 (oil on canvas)
5914761 Portrait of Sarah Scarvell, nee Redmond, 1855 (oil on canvas) by Noble, Richard (b.1812); 73.3x60.8 cm; Mitchell Library, State Library of New South Wales; (add.info.: Sarah Scarvell)

Now Ready. Price One Shilling. Martin Cash, The Bushranger of Van Diemen
5914760 Now Ready. Price One Shilling. Martin Cash, The Bushranger of Van Diemens Land in 1843, 1870 (litho) by Australian School, (19th century); Dixson Galleries

John Edward Redmond, Irish nationalist, c. November 1883 (b / w photo)
5914657 John Edward Redmond, Irish nationalist, c. November 1883 (b/w photo) by Lomer, Albert (1862-99); 10.2x6.2 cm; Mitchell Library, State Library of New South Wales; (add.info.: Redmond, John E)

Portrait of Henry Reeves, 1847 (litho)
5914656 Portrait of Henry Reeves, 1847 (litho) by Thwaites, Walter William (c.1814-88); 20.5x27 cm; Mitchell Library, State Library of New South Wales; (add.info)

Portrait of Sarah Scarvell, nee Redmond, 1855 (oil on canvas)
5914762 Portrait of Sarah Scarvell, nee Redmond, 1855 (oil on canvas) by Noble, Richard (b.1812); 73.3x60.8 cm; Mitchell Library, State Library of New South Wales; (add.info.: Sarah Scarvell)

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"From Convict to Redemption: Portraits of Lives Transformed" Step into the intriguing world of ex-convicts through a collection of captivating portraits. In "Portrait of Winefred Redmond, 1841, " we witness the resilience and strength that can emerge from adversity. The oil on canvas captures her spirit, reminding us that our past does not define our future. Joseph Raphael's pencil, pastel, and charcoal masterpiece in c. 1852 reveal a man who has overcome his troubled past. His eyes reflect determination and hope as he embraces a new chapter in life. This portrait speaks volumes about second chances. "A Deep One [portrait of George Barrington], c. 1800" is an engraving that delves into the depths of transformation after incarceration. It serves as a reminder that even those labeled as outcasts can find redemption and purpose in society. Vautrin's illustration from "Le Pere Goriot" by Honore de Balzac takes us on a journey where an ex-convict finds solace amidst societal challenges. The intricate details capture Vautrin's complexity, showcasing how individuals with criminal backgrounds possess multifaceted personalities. In "22A Curzon Street, " an enchanting engraving transports us to the theater scene where stories unfold beyond stereotypes associated with ex-convicts. It reminds us that everyone deserves a chance at reinvention and artistic expression. The portrait of Sarah Scarvell, nee Redmond (1855), painted delicately on canvas tells the tale of resilience against all odds—a testament to inner strength found within those who have faced imprisonment but emerged stronger than ever before. Martin Cash, known as "The Bushranger of Van Diemen's Land, " is immortalized in literature priced at one shilling—an embodiment of transformation against societal expectations for former convicts seeking redemption through their stories shared with others.