Scene in an English divorce court, 1780. From Illustrierte Sittengeschichte vom Mittelalter bis zur Gegenwart by Eduard Fuchs, published 1909

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Scene in an English divorce court, 1780. From Illustrierte Sittengeschichte vom Mittelalter bis zur Gegenwart by Eduard Fuchs, published 1909

1000887 Scene in an English divorce court, 1780. From Illustrierte Sittengeschichte vom Mittelalter bis zur Gegenwart by Eduard Fuchs, published 1909.; Private Collection

Media ID 38504916

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1780 18th Accusation Accused Accusing Deciding Decree Discord Divorce Eighteenth Judge Judgement Judging Nisi

EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a scene in an English divorce court in the year 1780, providing a glimpse into the legal proceedings of that time. The image depicts a tense moment as individuals are divorcing, deciding, and judging each other's actions. Accusations fly back and forth, with the accused facing judgement from the court. The setting is filled with discord and tension as the judge deliberates on the case before him. The atmosphere is thick with emotion as lives hang in the balance, awaiting a decree that will determine their future. In this snapshot of eighteenth-century England, we see the complexities of marriage unraveling before our eyes. The accusing finger points towards wrongdoing while the accused defend themselves against harsh accusations. This historical photograph offers us a window into a world long past but still resonant today. It serves as a reminder of how society has grappled with issues of love, betrayal, and justice throughout history. As we gaze upon this scene frozen in time, we are reminded of the fragility of relationships and the importance of fair judgement in matters of heartbreak and separation.

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