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Anissa Gömann


Free Account, West Hobart TAS

Port Arthur

In 1848, the harsh physical punishment focusing on the body was replaced in favour of punishment of the mind. Flogging gave way to solitary confinement. In keeping with this the Separate Prison was built and occupied at Port Arthur in 1850. Cruciform-shaped, each of the four wings comprised a central corridor flanked by rows of individual cells. Separated by thick sandstone walls, it was hoped that the convicts would benefit from contemplative silence and separation.

kleines Cottage in Port Arthur
kleines Cottage in Port Arthur
Anissa Gömann

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