Eastern State Penitentiary Door

We are privileged to have the world’s first penitentiary, “a bold 19th century experiment in justice reform,” just a short distance from us in Philadelphia. Very little has changed since 1971, when it was abandoned. Jonathan wanted to capture the haunting history and lonely vibe in this painting of a door that faces out onto the main courtyard.

Framed, 18 x 24 inches.