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Queens Bench Prison, Borough High Street, Southwark, London, 1879
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Queens Bench Prison, Borough High Street, Southwark, London, 1879
Queens Bench Prison, Borough High Street, Southwark, London, 1879. The prison, formerly a debtors prison, closed in 1880
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Media ID 15179584
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Borough High Street Crowther Grim Imprisonment John Crowther Law And Order Penitentiary Prison Punishment Southwark Metaphor
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This print captures the somber and imposing presence of Queens Bench Prison, located on Borough High Street in Southwark, London. Taken in 1879 by John Crowther, a renowned British artist, this image showcases the exterior of the prison which was once notorious as a debtors prison. Intriguingly colored with hints of muted tones, the photograph transports us back to the 19th century when Britain grappled with issues of law and order. The building stands tall and grim against its surroundings, serving as a metaphor for society's approach to crime and punishment during that era. With its historical significance deeply rooted within England's legal system, Queens Bench Prison ceased operations just one year after this photograph was taken. Its closure in 1880 marked an end to an era characterized by imprisonment for those unable to pay their debts. Preserved through time in this watercolor-like print from Guildhall Library and Art Gallery archives, it offers viewers a glimpse into Victorian London's penitentiary landscape. This image serves as a poignant reminder of how far our justice system has come since then while also highlighting the importance of understanding our past.
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