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Stealing the leaden coffin of W T Aston (engraving)
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Stealing the leaden coffin of W T Aston (engraving)
608127 Stealing the leaden coffin of W T Aston (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: George Roach, Robert Elliott and James Gould stealing the leaden coffin of W T Aston in the vault of Aldermanbury Church); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection
Media ID 22938108
© Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection / Bridgeman Images
Coffin Criminal Crypts Grave Stone Graves Gravestone Gravestones Headstones Robbery Sepulchre Sepulchres Stealing Tomb Stones Tombs Tombstones Vault Leaden Robert Elliott
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In this intriguing 19th-century engraving, we are transported to the dark and mysterious depths of Aldermanbury Church's vault. The scene captures a daring act of theft as three shadowy figures, George Roach, Robert Elliott, and James Gould, meticulously steal the leaden coffin of W T Aston. The composition is filled with tension and suspense as the thieves work in silence amidst the eerie atmosphere. Their faces remain hidden in darkness, adding an air of anonymity to their nefarious deeds. The intricate details on each tombstone and crypt create a haunting backdrop that further enhances the sense of secrecy surrounding their actions. The stolen coffin becomes the focal point of this print; its weighty presence symbolizing both wealth and death. As our eyes are drawn towards it, we can't help but wonder about its significance and what motivated these individuals to commit such a brazen crime. This image serves as a reminder that even within sacred spaces like churches, human greed can prevail. It invites us to contemplate questions about morality and ethics while immersing ourselves in this gripping tale from history. Through this remarkable artwork by Bridgeman Images, we gain insight into not only the criminal minds at work but also into society's fascination with forbidden acts. Stealing the leaden coffin of W T Aston remains frozen in time - an enduring testament to humanity's capacity for both good and evil.
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