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Poor boy, shoeless and in rags, begging on a street corner. Chromolithograph London c1880
Filename: 917_05_0390002845.jpg
Size: 2982 x 4500 (9.1MB)
Date: 27th March 2014
Source: Universal Images Group (UIG)
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Poor boy, shoeless and in rags, begging on a street corner. Chromolithograph London c1880
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Media ID 9764433
© Universal History Archive/Universal Images Group
Begging C1880 Chromolithograph Corner Poor Poverty Rags Street Shoeless
EDITORS COMMENTS
This poignant chromolithograph captures the harsh reality of poverty in late 19th century London. The image depicts a young boy, shoeless and dressed in tattered rags, sitting on a street corner with his hand outstretched, begging for help. His weary eyes reflect the hardships he has endured at such a tender age. The bustling streets of Britain's capital serve as the backdrop to this heart-wrenching scene. Passersby hurry past, their indifference contrasting sharply with the boy's desperate plea for assistance. The artist skillfully portrays not only the physical destitution but also the emotional vulnerability that comes with being trapped in such dire circumstances. This print serves as a stark reminder of England's social inequalities during this era. It sheds light on the countless children who were forced into beggary due to extreme poverty and lack of opportunities. Their struggle was often overlooked by society, leaving them marginalized and forgotten. As we gaze upon this historical artifact from c1880 London, it is impossible not to feel compassion for this poor boy who represents so many others like him. This chromolithograph serves as an important testament to our shared humanity and reminds us of our responsibility to address systemic issues that perpetuate poverty even today.
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