The execution of a Christian prisoner in Algeria by suspending him from a wooden frame by hooks penetrating his right arm and leg. Etching with engraving.
Wellcome Collection

The execution of a Christian prisoner in Algeria by suspending him from a wooden frame by hooks penetrating his right arm and leg. Etching with engraving.

Unknown artist

CC0 — Public Domain
Wellcome Collection

Lettering: Algerine method of executing a christian for attempting to escape from slavery

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