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Fine Art Print : LA Peste at Marseille
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LA Peste at Marseille
Scene showing the streets of Marseille strewn with plague victims, some being carted away in carts : drawing made on the spot in 1720
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Media ID 605433
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1720 Carts Epidemics Marseille Plague Plagues Spot Strewn Victims Made Peste
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the poignant history of Marseille with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Mary Evans Picture Library. Witness the powerful scene of LA PESTE (The Plague) as depicted in an 1720 drawing. This evocative image captures the chaos and despair that gripped the streets of Marseille during the devastating plague outbreak. Each print is meticulously crafted using the highest quality materials, ensuring a stunning and vibrant representation of this historical moment. Add this captivating piece to your collection and bring a piece of the past into your home or office.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 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.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 32.3cm (21" x 12.7")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This haunting image, titled "LA PESTE A MARSEILLE" (The Plague in Marseille), is a poignant depiction of the devastating effects of the bubonic plague that ravaged the city in 1720. The drawing, made on the spot by an unknown artist, captures the scene of the streets of Marseille in a state of chaos and despair. The image shows the streets strewn with plague victims, some being carried away in carts, as the disease spread unchecked. The medical community, depicted in the background, is frantically trying to contain the outbreak, but the scale of the crisis is evident in the sheer number of suffering people. The historical significance of this drawing lies in its firsthand account of one of the most devastating epidemics in European history. The plague, which originated in Asia, reached Marseille via trade ships and quickly spread throughout the city, killing an estimated 70,000 people, or about half of the population. The drawing provides a vivid and disturbing visual record of the suffering and loss caused by the disease. The drawing is a testament to the resilience and determination of the people of Marseille during a time of great crisis. Despite the overwhelming odds, they continued to fight against the disease, seeking out medical help and caring for the sick and dying. This image serves as a reminder of the importance of public health measures and the need to remain vigilant against the threat of infectious diseases. The drawing, which is part of the Mary Evans Picture Library collection from Mary Evans Prints Online, is a valuable historical artifact that offers insight into the past and the human response to a crisis. Its haunting image remains a powerful reminder of the devastating impact of the plague on European society and the importance of taking measures to prevent the spread of infectious diseases.
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