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MARSHALSEA PRISON / 1803
View of the exterior of the prison before the new buildings were erected. Date: 1803
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Media ID 20155853
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1803 Erected Marshalsea Prison Prisons
Jigsaw Puzzle (1000 Pieces)
Discover the rich history of Marshalsea Prison with our captivating jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse, featuring an authentic 1803 view of the exterior of the prison from Mary Evans Prints Online. Before the new buildings were erected, Marshalsea Prison held notorious figures such as Charles Dickens' father and the notorious debtors' prison was a symbol of the social and economic conditions of the time. This intricately designed puzzle invites you on a journey back in time, allowing you to piece together history one charming puzzle piece at a time.
1000 piece puzzles are custom made in Australia and hand-finished on 100% recycled 1.6mm thick laminated puzzle boards. There is a level of repetition in jigsaw shapes with each matching piece away from its pair. The completed puzzle measures 76x50cm and is delivered packaged in an attractive presentation box specially designed to fit most mail slots with a unique magnetic lid
Jigsaw Puzzles are an ideal gift for any occasion
Estimated Product Size is 76cm x 50.2cm (29.9" x 19.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Marshalsea Prison, 1803: A Glimpse into England's Ancient Debtors' Prison This evocative image offers a view of Marshalsea Prison in Southwark, London, as it appeared in the year 1803, before the addition of new buildings. Marshalsea Prison, one of England's oldest debtors' prisons, was a notorious institution that housed those unable to pay their debts. The prison's grim reputation was well-deserved, as it was a place of squalor, disease, and suffering. The exterior of the prison, as depicted in this print, reveals a fortress-like structure with high, imposing walls, barred windows, and a large, ominous gate. The prison's architecture reflects the harsh reality of the time, with its focus on punishment and deterrence. The buildings were designed to keep inmates trapped, both physically and psychologically, with little regard for their well-being. The Marshalsea Prison was a symbol of the harsh and unforgiving English legal system, where debtors could be imprisoned for an indefinite period until they could pay their debts or die trying. Famous residents of the Marshalsea Prison included Charles Dickens' father, who spent time there when the family was in debt, and the poet John Keats, who was held there for unpaid debts and wrote some of his most famous poetry during his stay. This print serves as a poignant reminder of England's past, offering a glimpse into the harsh realities of debtors' prisons and the lives of those who were forced to endure them. The image invites us to reflect on the evolution of the criminal justice system and the importance of compassion and empathy in our society.
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