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Tired stage-coach passengers waiting for supper in a cold room at an inn. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and etched by John Augustus Atkinson from Illustrations of the Miseries of Human Life, William Miller, London, 1807
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Tired stage-coach passengers waiting for supper in a cold room at an inn. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and etched by John Augustus Atkinson from Illustrations of the Miseries of Human Life, William Miller, London, 1807
FLO4679244 Tired stage-coach passengers waiting for supper in a cold room at an inn. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and etched by John Augustus Atkinson from Illustrations of the Miseries of Human Life, William Miller, London, 1807.; (add.info.: Tired stage-coach passengers waiting for supper in a cold room at an inn. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and etched by John Augustus Atkinson from Illustrations of the Miseries of Human Life, William Miller, London, 1807.); © Florilegius
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The weary travelers huddle together in the cold, dimly lit room of the inn, their faces etched with exhaustion and frustration. The stage-coach passengers have been on the road for hours, enduring bumpy roads and inclement weather to reach their destination. Now, as they wait for supper to be served, they can't help but feel a sense of despair at the thought of another uncomfortable night ahead.
John Augustus Atkinson's handcoloured copperplate captures the scene perfectly, highlighting the misery and discomfort that these individuals are experiencing. The caricatured expressions on their faces speak volumes about the hardships of travel during this time period.
As they sit around the table in silence, each lost in their own thoughts, it is clear that this moment is a stark reminder of the challenges faced by those who must rely on stage-coaches for transportation. The regency-era setting adds an extra layer of complexity to the scene, showcasing both societal norms and individual struggles.
In this illustration from "Illustrations of the Miseries of Human Life," Atkinson masterfully conveys a sense of shared suffering among these tired passengers. It serves as a poignant reminder of just how difficult life could be for those who had to endure long journeys without modern comforts or conveniences.
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