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The Asylum for Criminal Lunatics, Broadmoor (engraving)
1620765 The Asylum for Criminal Lunatics, Broadmoor (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Asylum for Criminal Lunatics, Broadmoor. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 7 September 1867.
English School (19th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23087552
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Asylum Berkshire Choreography Hospitals Terrace Broadmoor
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This engraving takes us back to the 19th century, offering a glimpse into the intriguing world of The Asylum for Criminal Lunatics, Broadmoor. The image showcases an airing court within the psychiatric hospital's premises, where patients were given the opportunity to enjoy some fresh air and engage in recreational activities. In this particular scene, we witness a group of individuals dancing on a terrace overlooking the picturesque Berkshire landscape. The choreography seems to be carefully orchestrated, as if providing a therapeutic outlet for these criminal lunatics. Their movements are graceful yet hauntingly mysterious, reflecting both their troubled minds and their desire for freedom. The artist skillfully captures the essence of this unique asylum setting - a place that aimed to provide care and rehabilitation for those deemed criminally insane. This print originally appeared in The Illustrated London News in September 1867, allowing readers at that time to catch a rare glimpse into this secretive world. As we observe this historical artwork today, it serves as a reminder of how mental health was perceived and treated during that era. It sparks curiosity about the lives led by these individuals confined within Broadmoor's walls – their struggles, hopes, and dreams. Through its intricate details and monochromatic palette, this engraving invites us to delve deeper into history while contemplating society's evolving understanding of mental illness.
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