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Fine Art Print : William Kinlock, blind beggar, with begging bowl. Begs at Furnival's Inn and Portugal Street. Worked as a lathe turner before losing his sight under Lord Heathfield at the Siege of Gibraltar. With another disabled beggar on crutches
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William Kinlock, blind beggar, with begging bowl. Begs at Furnival's Inn and Portugal Street. Worked as a lathe turner before losing his sight under Lord Heathfield at the Siege of Gibraltar. With another disabled beggar on crutches
FLO5000888 William Kinlock, blind beggar, with begging bowl. Begs at Furnival's Inn and Portugal Street. Worked as a lathe turner before losing his sight under Lord Heathfield at the Siege of Gibraltar. With another disabled beggar on crutches. Copperplate etching drawn and engraved by John Thomas Smith from his Vagabondiana, Anecdotes of Mendicant Wanderers through the Streets of London, 1817.; (add.info.: William Kinlock, blind beggar, with begging bowl. Begs at Furnival's Inn and Portugal Street. Worked as a lathe turner before losing his sight under Lord Heathfield at the Siege of Gibraltar. With another disabled beggar on crutches. Copperplate etching drawn and engraved by John Thomas Smith from his Vagabondiana, Anecdotes of Mendicant Wanderers through the Streets of London, 1817.); © Florilegius
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20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the captivating story of William Kinlock, a blind beggar who once worked as a lathe turner before losing his sight at the Siege of Gibraltar. This poignant Fine Art Print from Bridgeman Images captures Kinlock with his begging bowl, alongside another disabled beggar on crutches. A powerful piece that will add depth and history to any space.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This poignant image captures the life of William Kinlock, a blind beggar who once worked as a lathe turner before losing his sight under Lord Heathfield at the Siege of Gibraltar. With his begging bowl in hand, he can be seen on the streets of Furnival's Inn and Portugal Street, accompanied by another disabled beggar on crutches.
The etching, drawn and engraved by John Thomas Smith in 1817 for his book "Vagabondiana: Anecdotes of Mendicant Wanderers through the Streets of London," offers a glimpse into the hardships faced by those less fortunate in society during this time period. Despite their disabilities, these individuals are forced to rely on the generosity of others to survive.
William Kinlock's story serves as a reminder of the fragility of life and how quickly circumstances can change. Once a skilled worker, he is now reduced to begging for alms on the streets. The image evokes feelings of empathy and compassion towards those who are struggling to make ends meet.
Through this historical print, we are reminded of the importance of kindness and understanding towards our fellow human beings, especially those who may be facing challenges beyond their control. It is a powerful depiction that resonates with viewers even centuries later.
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