Poster Print : Pentonville Prison
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Pentonville Prison
Pentonville chapel; prisoners seated in individual pews
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Media ID 585180
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1862 Chapel Individual L Aw Pentonville Pews Prison Prisoners Prisons Rows
18x24 inch Poster Print
Introducing the captivating Pentonville Prison Poster Print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you in partnership with Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative image offers a rare glimpse into the past, depicting the Pentonville Prison chapel, where prisoners are seen seated in individual pews. A poignant reminder of historical penal practices, this poster print adds an intriguing touch to any room, igniting conversations and sparking curiosity. Bring a piece of history into your home or office with the Pentonville Prison Poster Print by Media Storehouse.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
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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