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Meat Flies (engraving)
3634713 Meat Flies (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Meat Flies. Illustration for Chatterbox, 1873. Digitally cleaned image.); © Look and Learn
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Corpse Strange Fowls Maggot Maggots
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This print titled "Meat Flies (engraving)" takes us back to the 19th century, showcasing an intriguing piece of English School artwork. The image, part of a private collection, depicts a peculiar scene that is both odd and historical. In this engraving, we are confronted with the macabre sight of dead meat covered in swarms of maggots. The Victorian era was known for its fascination with the bizarre and grotesque, making this depiction all the more fascinating. A sea bird hovers above the decaying flesh, adding an eerie touch to the composition. The artist's attention to detail is evident as each maggot seems meticulously engraved onto the paper. This illustration originally appeared in Chatterbox magazine in 1873 but has been digitally cleaned for enhanced clarity. As we delve into this image, it serves as a reminder of our complex relationship with nature and mortality. It invites contemplation on life cycles and decay while simultaneously evoking feelings of unease and curiosity. "Meat Flies (engraving)" transports us to a different time when such morbid curiosities were celebrated through art. Bridgeman Images has preserved this unique piece from history so that we may explore its strange beauty today without commercial intentions or use.
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