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Jack Sheppard in company with Edgeworth Bess, escaping from Clerkenwell Prison
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Jack Sheppard in company with Edgeworth Bess, escaping from Clerkenwell Prison
2636991 Jack Sheppard in company with Edgeworth Bess, escaping from Clerkenwell Prison, illustration from Jack Sheppard: A Romance by William Harrison Ainsworth, published 1839 (hand coloured etching) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878); Private Collection; (add.info.: semi-factual novel based on the life of the thief Jack Sheppard (1702-24); wife, Elizabeth Lyon also known as Edgeworth Bess ; ); The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22761700
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Climbing Criminal Escape Escapee Felon Felony Infamous Jack Sheppard Lowering Notorious Prison Rope Suspended Walls Prisoner
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This print captures the daring escape of Jack Sheppard and his accomplice, Edgeworth Bess, from Clerkenwell Prison. Illustrated by George Cruikshank for William Harrison Ainsworth's novel "Jack Sheppard: A Romance" published in 1839, this hand-coloured etching brings to life the semi-factual tale of the infamous thief. In this scene, we witness the audacity and resourcefulness of these two criminals as they lower themselves down from the prison walls using a knotted sheet. Suspended in mid-air, their hearts pounding with adrenaline, they defy both gravity and authority. The male figure represents Jack Sheppard himself while his female counterpart is none other than Elizabeth Lyon or Edgeworth Bess - his wife. The illustration showcases not only their physical prowess but also their unwavering determination to break free from captivity. Their faces are filled with a mix of fear and excitement as they make their way towards freedom. This image encapsulates the spirit of rebellion against an unjust system that has made them notorious figures in history. As we gaze upon this piece, we can't help but be drawn into their world - a world where boundaries are meant to be broken and rules defied. It serves as a reminder that even in our darkest moments, there is always hope for liberation if one possesses enough courage and resilience.
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