Pair of Legcuffs by Frogatt

Pair of Legcuffs c. 1860 - 1866

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metal, found-object, sculpture

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metal

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found-object

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figuration

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sculpture

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history-painting

"Pair of Legcuffs" is a work of metalwork dating from 1860-1866 by the artist Frogatt. The legcuffs are made of iron and feature a chain connecting the two cuffs. The cuffs are designed to be locked around the ankles of a prisoner, and the chain prevents them from moving their legs. The artwork is a reminder of the harsh realities of imprisonment in the 19th century and serves as a historical artifact representing law enforcement and punishment practices of the time.

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