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Morning and in Low Spirits - a Scene in a Lock up House, from The English Spy
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Morning and in Low Spirits - a Scene in a Lock up House, from The English Spy
STC255136 Morning and in Low Spirits - a Scene in a Lock up House, from The English Spy, by Charles Molloy Westmacott (1788-1868) published London, 1825 (colour litho) by Cruikshank, Isaac Robert (1789-1856); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22362706
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Criminal Despair Despondent Extortion Gaol Hangover Imprisonment Jail Prisoners Shame Detainees Morning After Regency
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Morning and in Low Spirits - a Scene in a Lock up House
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. This print captures the somber atmosphere of a lock-up house, transporting us back to Regency-era London. Created by Charles Molloy Westmacott and published in 1825, this artwork offers a glimpse into the harsh realities faced by those who found themselves on the wrong side of the law. The scene depicts an interior filled with shame, despair, and despondency. Petty criminals, detainees of various backgrounds, are seen huddled together within their confined space. The morning after tells tales of regret as they grapple with their actions from the night before. Imprisonment is not merely physical; it extends to emotional imprisonment as well. The prisoners' faces reflect their anguish and remorse while dealing with extortionate house fees imposed upon them. A sense of hopelessness lingers in the air as they confront their hangovers and contemplate their uncertain futures. In this cartoon-like portrayal, Isaac Robert Cruikshank's mastery shines through his use of color lithography. Every detail brings forth an evocative narrative that speaks volumes about society's treatment of these individuals during that time. As we gaze upon this image from The English Spy series held within The Stapleton Collection, we are reminded of both our capacity for wrongdoing and our shared humanity. It serves as a poignant reminder that even amidst darkness and confinement, there remains an enduring need for compassion and understanding towards those who have lost their way.
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