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PILLORY, 17th CENTURY. The Witch No. 2
PILLORY, 17th CENTURY.
The Witch No.2. The use of the pillory to enforce Puritan morality in colonial New England. Lithograph, American, late 19th century
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17th Century Colonist Colony Confinement New England Punishment Puritan Settlement Settler Stock Stockade Stocks
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This print titled "PILLORY, 17th CENTURY. The Witch No. 2" takes us back to colonial New England in the 17th century, shedding light on the strict enforcement of Puritan morality during that time. The lithograph, created in the late 19th century by an American artist, beautifully captures a significant aspect of early American history. In this image, we see a pillory - a wooden framework with holes for securing the head and hands - used as a form of punishment and public shaming. Men and women are confined within this stockade, symbolizing their transgressions against Puritan values. This visual representation serves as a reminder of the harsh consequences faced by those who deviated from societal norms. The settlers depicted here were subjected to public humiliation through confinement in stocks like these for various offenses deemed immoral or sinful according to Puritan beliefs. Such punishments aimed not only to deter individuals from straying but also to maintain social order within the colony. As we reflect upon this historical photograph print, it prompts us to contemplate how far society has come since then in terms of our understanding and treatment of others' differences. It stands as a testament to our progress while serving as a stark reminder of past injustices committed under the guise of religious righteousness.
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