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Scene from Les Miserables, by Victor Hugo: "my two franc piece, sir"(engraving)
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Scene from Les Miserables, by Victor Hugo: "my two franc piece, sir"(engraving)
5996969 Scene from Les Miserables, by Victor Hugo: " my two franc piece, sir" (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scene from Les Miserables, by Victor Hugo: " my two franc piece, sir". Illustration from Les Miserables, by Victor Hugo (P F Collier, New York, c1890).); © Look and Learn
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This engraving captures a poignant scene from Victor Hugo's masterpiece, Les Miserables. Titled "My Two Franc Piece, Sir" the image showcases the raw emotions and struggles of 19th-century France. In this historical depiction, we witness a young boy who is visibly disturbed and fearful. His wide eyes reflect anxiety as he clutches onto his two franc piece tightly. The threatening presence of an unseen figure looms over him, wielding a stick that adds to the child's distress. The engraving beautifully conveys the anguish experienced by Jean Valjean, one of literature's most iconic characters created by Hugo. It serves as a powerful reminder of the harsh realities faced by children in French society during that era. Through this artwork, we are transported into Hugo's world where poverty and desperation were pervasive themes. The attention to detail brings forth both empathy for the boy and admiration for Hugo's ability to capture human suffering so vividly in his writing. As viewers delve into this print, they are invited to explore not only Les Miserables but also the broader themes of fear, money, and social inequality prevalent throughout history. This engraving stands as a testament to Victor Hugo's literary genius while shedding light on the enduring power of art to evoke emotion and provoke thought across generations.
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