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West meets East: well to do visitors to a slum dwelling
STC385337 West meets East: well to do visitors to a slum dwelling, illustration from Cassells Illustrated History of England (engraving) (sepia photo) by Bacon, John Henry Frederick (1868-1914); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23251538
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
1880s Charitable Charity Londoners Dying
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This print titled "West meets East: well to do visitors to a slum dwelling" transports us back in time to the 1880s, Victorian London. The sepia-toned image captures a poignant moment of compassion and social consciousness. In this scene, we see two well-to-do Londoners, likely from the upper class, visiting a poverty-stricken slum dwelling. The contrast between their refined appearance and the destitute surroundings is striking. They stand amidst dilapidated buildings with children playing nearby. The woman carries a basket filled with provisions, symbolizing their charitable intentions towards those less fortunate. A child clings onto her skirt, perhaps seeking comfort or hope in these challenging circumstances. Meanwhile, the man looks on solemnly as if contemplating the harsh realities faced by families living in such dire conditions. This illustration from Cassells Illustrated History of England serves as a powerful reminder of the immense disparity that existed during this era. It highlights both the desperate plight of impoverished families and the efforts made by compassionate individuals to alleviate suffering through acts of charity. As we gaze upon this thought-provoking image captured by John Henry Frederick Bacon, we are reminded that despite societal divisions and economic inequalities, humanity can still find common ground when it comes to empathy and compassion for our fellow beings.
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