A man and woman held in Medieval Stocks, restraining devices that were used as a form of corporal punishment and public humiliation. They consisted of of large wooden boards with hinges for restraining one's feet. The victims may be insulted, kicked, tickled, spat on, or subjected to other inhumane acts.

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Size: 4860px × 2897px
Location: England
Photo credit: © De Luan / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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