Poster Print : Aylesbury Prison Laundry
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Aylesbury Prison Laundry
Interior of laundry at Aylesbury prison. Uniformed women handle the washing on trolleys and in baskets which bear the convict arrow insignia. Date: circa 1900
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Media ID 7181257
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Arrow Aylesbury Baskets Bear Convict Handle Insignia Laundry Pauper Prison Trolleys Uniformed Washin G Workhouse
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
"Step back in time with our captivating Aylesbury Prison Laundry Poster Print from Media Storehouse. This vintage image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you to an era of intrigue and history. Witness the daily routine of the women inmates at Aylesbury Prison, circa 1900, as they handle laundry baskets and trolleys adorned with the convict arrow insignia. A mesmerizing addition to any room, this evocative poster print is a testament to the rich history of the criminal justice system."
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.3cm x 18.4cm (11.9" x 7.2")
Estimated Product Size is 30.3cm x 21.6cm (11.9" x 8.5")
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 the interior of Aylesbury Prison Laundry around the turn of the twentieth century. The image presents a stark contrast between the mundane and the penal, as uniformed women go about their daily tasks of washing prison garments. The laundry, located within the walls of the prison, served a dual purpose: providing essential services for the prison population while also offering opportunities for inmates to earn a small income through their labor. The women in the photograph handle the washing on large trolleys and in baskets, each bearing the distinctive convict arrow insignia. The arrow, a symbol of punishment and servitude, is a reminder of the women's incarcerated status. The laundry's austere atmosphere is further emphasized by the absence of natural light, with the only illumination coming from the dimly lit windows and the gas lamps. The laundry at Aylesbury Prison was not unlike the workhouses of the time, which also relied on the labor of paupers and inmates to maintain their operations. The women in this photograph, dressed in their uniforms, are likely serving time for various offenses and are part of the prison's workforce. Their tasks, though seemingly ordinary, were essential to the functioning of the prison and played a crucial role in the daily lives of the inmates. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, providing a window into the lives of the women who worked in the Aylesbury Prison Laundry and the harsh realities of life within the prison walls during the late Victorian era.
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