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London Street Arab, 1883
London Street Arab, 1883. A boy, shoeless and in rags, looking longingly at the sweets in a confectioners window. From Le Voleur. (Paris, 1883)
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Media ID 14846319
© Ann Ronan Picture Library / Heritage-Images
Childhood Confectionery Hardship Hunger Hungry Longing Miserable Misery Ragged Sadness Shoeless Shop Window Sweets Temptation Window Shopping Ann Ronan Pictures Barefoot Confectioner Wood Engraving
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the past with our exquisite Fine Art Print of 'London Street Arab, 1883' from Heritage Images. This captivating photograph, taken from the pages of 'Le Voleur' magazine, captures a moment in time as a shoeless, ragged boy gazes longingly at the sweets in a confectioner's window. Add an air of timeless charm to your home or office with this beautiful, high-quality fine art print from Media Storehouse's extensive collection. Each print is meticulously produced using premium materials to ensure vibrant colors and stunning detail, making it a truly unique addition to your decor. Bring history into your space and relive the magic of the past with this enchanting image.
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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London Street Arab, 1883
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captures a poignant moment in the life of a young boy living in poverty-stricken conditions. The photograph depicts a barefooted child, dressed in tattered rags, gazing longingly at the delectable sweets displayed behind the glass window of a confectionery shop. Taken from Le Voleur magazine in Paris during that same year, this wood engraving evokes powerful emotions of sadness and longing. The image serves as a stark reminder of the hardships faced by many children during the Victorian era in England. It portrays not only their physical deprivation but also their unfulfilled desires and dreams. The boy's expression reflects both hunger and misery, highlighting his desperate need for sustenance. Set against the backdrop of a bustling London street, this scene encapsulates an entire narrative within its frame. It symbolizes the struggle for survival amidst societal inequalities prevalent at that time. This print is an important historical artifact that sheds light on the realities faced by countless children growing up in impoverished circumstances. Its monochrome composition adds to its timeless quality, transporting viewers back to nineteenth-century Britain. Through this visual representation, we are reminded to reflect upon our own privileges while acknowledging those who continue to face similar challenges today.
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