Group portrait of convicts seated in a field, between 1880 and 1886. Creator: Unknown

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Group portrait of convicts seated in a field, between 1880 and 1886. Creator: Unknown

Group portrait of convicts seated in a field, between 1880 and 1886

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1880s Cartes De Visite Convict Convicts Criminal Criminals Exile Exiled Prisoner Prisoners Siberia Siberian Group Portrait Meeting Of Frontiers

EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative group portrait captures a moment in time from the late 19th century, featuring a group of convicts seated in a rural field. The exact location of this photograph is unknown, but it is believed to have been taken in either Russia or Siberia between 1880 and 1886. The convicts, all male, are dressed in simple clothing and appear to be in various stages of contemplation, some looking directly at the camera while others gaze off into the distance. The setting, with the rolling hills and open sky, adds to the sense of isolation and exile that these men must have felt. The use of black and white in this photograph adds to its timeless quality and underscores the stark reality of the convicts' situation. The image is reminiscent of the "meeting of the frontiers," a term used to describe the encounters between different groups of people in the wilderness, in this case, the encounter between the convicts and the vast, untamed landscape. The photograph is a poignant reminder of the human cost of crime and the law during this period. It also serves as an intriguing glimpse into the past, offering a glimpse into the lives of these men and the society that cast them out. The photograph is a valuable addition to the historical record and a testament to the rich heritage of 19th century art and photography.

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