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Oh, pity the poor, the young, and the weak! (engraving)
964512 Oh, pity the poor, the young, and the weak! (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Oh, pity the poor, the young, and the weak! From issue of Our Darlings, c 1885.); © Look and Learn
Media ID 23516714
© Look and Learn / Bridgeman Images
Class Division Divisions Issues Rich Snooty Wind Unkindness
14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 40.6cm (14" x 16")
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 engraving titled "Oh, pity the poor, the young, and the weak!" transports us back to the 19th century, revealing a poignant scene of social divisions. The image captures a wintry street in Victorian England where poverty and wealth collide. In this bustling setting, we witness a child bracing against the biting cold as they stand alone on the pavement. Their tattered clothes and downtrodden expression evoke deep sympathy for their plight. Meanwhile, a horse-drawn carriage passes by with well-to-do occupants who seem oblivious to the suffering around them. The artist skillfully highlights society's unkindness towards those less fortunate through stark contrasts. The rich are depicted as snooty figures comfortably ensconced in their luxurious vehicle while turning a blind eye to the struggles of others. This visual representation serves as an indictment of class divisions prevalent during that era. Through this powerful engraving from Our Darlings magazine circa 1885, we are reminded of our duty to show compassion towards those who are vulnerable – be it children or individuals facing poverty or weakness. It calls upon us to reflect on how societal structures can perpetuate inequality and urges us to strive for greater empathy and understanding. As we gaze at this thought-provoking print captured by Bridgeman Images' lens, let it serve as a reminder that even amidst progress and prosperity, there is always room for kindness and solidarity towards those most in need.
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