Man giving a piggyback to a lady in petticoats to cross a gutter after a thunderstorm in Paris. The cobbled street is a river of filth. Lithograph after Michel Garnier from Paul Lacroix The Eighteenth Century: Its Institutions, Customs

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Man giving a piggyback to a lady in petticoats to cross a gutter after a thunderstorm in Paris. The cobbled street is a river of filth. Lithograph after Michel Garnier from Paul Lacroix The Eighteenth Century: Its Institutions, Customs

FLO4656914 Man giving a piggyback to a lady in petticoats to cross a gutter after a thunderstorm in Paris. The cobbled street is a river of filth. Lithograph after Michel Garnier from Paul Lacroix The Eighteenth Century: Its Institutions, Customs, and Costumes, London, 1876.; (add.info.: Man giving a piggyback to a lady in petticoats to cross a gutter after a thunderstorm in Paris. The cobbled street is a river of filth. Lithograph after Michel Garnier from Paul Lacroix The Eighteenth Century: Its Institutions, Customs, and Costumes, London, 1876.); © Florilegius

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In this lithograph from the 18th century, we see a man gallantly giving a piggyback ride to a lady in petticoats as they navigate the treacherous aftermath of a thunderstorm in Paris. The cobbled street is transformed into a river of filth, reflecting the chaos and challenges faced by city dwellers during this tumultuous time. The scene captures a moment of chivalry and resilience amidst adversity, with the man bravely carrying his companion across the flooded gutter with care and determination. The lady's elegant attire contrasts sharply with the dirty surroundings, highlighting the stark realities of life in an era marked by social upheaval and natural disasters. As rain continues to fall from darkened skies above, the pair presses on through the murky waters, their faces set with determination. This engraving by Michel Garnier beautifully conveys both the hardships and humanity of everyday life in historical Paris. Through Paul Lacroix's meticulous attention to detail and Florilegius' expert reproduction, we are transported back in time to witness this marvelously depicted moment of connection and camaraderie. It serves as a poignant reminder that even in times of crisis, kindness and compassion can shine through like beacons of hope.

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