Man, looking as if he has been in a drunken brawl, serving his sentence in the village stocks. Attached to stocks is the pillory post with constraints for the arms. Lithograph London 1834

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Man, looking as if he has been in a drunken brawl, serving his sentence in the village stocks. Attached to stocks is the pillory post with constraints for the arms. Lithograph London 1834

531375 Man, looking as if he has been in a drunken brawl, serving his sentence in the village stocks. Attached to stocks is the pillory post with constraints for the arms. Lithograph London 1834; Universal History Archive/UIG

Media ID 38453868

© Universal History Archive/UIG / Bridgeman Images

1834 Attached Drunken Pillory Post Sentence Serving Stocks Brawl Constraints Defensive Weapon Infantry Weapon Justice Punishment

EDITORS COMMENTS
This haunting lithograph from London in 1834 captures the aftermath of a drunken brawl, as a man serves his sentence in the village stocks. His disheveled appearance and bruised face tell a story of violence and regret, while the constraints on the pillory post emphasize his punishment for his crime. The scene is a stark reminder of justice in an unforgiving time, where public humiliation was often used as a deterrent for criminal behavior. The man's arms are bound tightly to the post, leaving him vulnerable and exposed to the judgment of passersby. As we gaze upon this image, we can't help but wonder about the circumstances that led to this moment. What drove this man to such reckless behavior? Was it desperation, anger, or simply too much drink? In any case, he now faces the consequences of his actions with no choice but to endure his punishment. This lithograph serves as a powerful reminder of the harsh realities of life in 19th century London and the price one must pay for breaking society's laws.

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