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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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Childhood Confectionery Hardship Hunger Hungry Longing Miserable Misery Ragged Sadness Shoeless Shop Window Sweets Temptation Window Shopping Ann Ronan Pictures Barefoot Confectioner Wood Engraving
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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