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HOGARTH NOON
2. Noon Huguenot refugees attend chapel, opposite an eating house - St Giles in the Field is visible in the background. Date: 1738
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1738 Attend Chapel Crying Dead Eating Giles Hogarth Huguenot Noon Opposite Refugees Spire Visible
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This print captures a poignant scene from 18th century Britain, painted by the renowned artist Hogarth Noon in 1738. Titled "Huguenot refugees attend chapel, opposite an eating house," the image depicts a group of displaced individuals seeking solace and community in a foreign land.
In the foreground, we see the Huguenot refugees gathered outside a humble chapel, their faces etched with expressions of sorrow and longing. The contrast between their somber demeanor and the bustling street behind them is striking, highlighting the isolation and displacement they must have felt in this unfamiliar setting.
Opposite the chapel stands an eating house, its doors open to patrons who seem oblivious to the plight of these weary travelers. In the distance, St Giles in the Field looms large against the sky, serving as a stark reminder of both sanctuary and separation for these displaced souls.
As our gaze lingers on this evocative scene, we are drawn to small details that speak volumes about this period in history - from a crying child clutching a dead cat to the towering spire that seems to reach towards heaven itself. Through Noon's masterful brushstrokes, we are transported back in time to witness firsthand the struggles and resilience of those who sought refuge on foreign shores.
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