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Peasant poverty during the Great Fear in 1789 (between July 20 and August 6)
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Peasant poverty during the Great Fear in 1789 (between July 20 and August 6)
JLJ4569207 Peasant poverty during the Great Fear in 1789 (between July 20 and August 6): peasants who became beggars travelled from one agricultural land to another. Engraving of the 18th century. Private collection by French School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Peasant poverty during the Great Fear in 1789 (between July 20 and August 6): peasants who became beggars travelled from one agricultural land to another. Engraving of the 18th century. Private collection); Photo ePhoto Josse; French, out of copyright
Media ID 22536998
© Josse / Bridgeman Images
Beggar Economic Crisis Exodus Misery Nomadic Pauper Revolution 1789 French Revolution
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This print captures the harrowing reality of peasant poverty during the Great Fear in 1789, a tumultuous period between July 20 and August 6. In this engraving from the 18th century, we witness the plight of peasants who were reduced to becoming beggars, forced to wander from one agricultural land to another in search of sustenance. The image portrays a child amidst this scene of misery and destitution. The young boy's face reflects the weight of his circumstances as he navigates through an era marked by economic crisis and social upheaval. This poignant depiction serves as a stark reminder of the human toll exacted by poverty during this turbulent time. The French countryside forms the backdrop for this engraving, highlighting both its beauty and its role as a witness to suffering. As France grappled with revolution in 1789, these peasants faced an exodus from their homes, seeking refuge wherever they could find it. Through this artwork, we are transported back to an era when pauperism was rampant among rural communities. It serves as a somber testament to the struggles endured by those on society's margins during one of history's most significant periods –the French Revolution. This powerful image reminds us that even amidst great historical events like revolutions, it is crucial not to overlook or forget about those who bear the brunt of societal upheavals - particularly vulnerable children caught up in cycles of poverty and despair.
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