Social History — 1780-1800
Whipping post
This whipping post was used in Newgate Prison from the late 18th century. The victim was restrained by placing their arms and legs in the holes. Corporal punishment was not banned in UK prisons until 1962.
- Category:
- Social History
- Object ID:
- 10067
- Object name:
- whipping post
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- Production date:
- 1780-1800
- Material:
- wood, leather, iron
- Measurements/duration:
- H 1396 mm, W 1265 mm, D 700 mm, WT 74500 g (overall)
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- Record quality:
- 100%
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- Copyright holder:
- digital image © London Museum
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