MASS AT SING SING PRISON. In Ossining, New York. Wood engraving, 1853
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MASS AT SING SING PRISON. In Ossining, New York. Wood engraving, 1853
Granger holds millions of images spanning more than 25,000 years of world history, from before the Stone Age to the dawn of the Space Age
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1853 Altar Chapel Congregation Mass Prisoner Punishment Service Sing Sing Sunday Worship Ossining
MASS AT SING SING PRISON - A Glimpse into Sunday Worship in 1853
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This wood engraving from 1853, titled "Mass at Sing Sing Prison" offers a rare glimpse into the interior of the chapel at Ossining's notorious Sing Sing Prison in New York. The image showcases an American congregation gathered for Sunday service, highlighting both the solemnity and resilience found within these prison walls. The scene depicts a diverse group of prisoners filling the pews, their faces etched with various emotions - some seeking solace, others perhaps reflecting on past actions. At the front stands an altar adorned with religious symbols, serving as a focal point for worship and redemption. Despite being confined by punishment, this image reveals that faith remained an integral part of life behind bars. The sight of inmates engaging in communal worship underscores their shared humanity and desire for spiritual connection amidst challenging circumstances. Notably, this wood engraving captures not only the physical space but also hints at deeper themes such as hope and transformation. It serves as a poignant reminder that even within institutions designed to enforce discipline and isolation, individuals can find solace through prayer and collective devotion. Preserved by The Granger Collection's archives, this historical print invites us to reflect on how religion has played a role in shaping lives throughout history – even within unexpected places like Sing Sing Prison.
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