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Canvas Print : VISITING FRENCH MORGUE
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VISITING FRENCH MORGUE
An assortment of visitors to a French morgue: a soldier in uniform and a mother and her son. A caretaker leans against the barrier smoking, unaffected by the corpses. Date: 1816
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Media ID 32217396
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1816 Assortment Barrier Corpse Corpses Leans Macabre Morbid Pipe Visiting Visitors Caretaker Lifeless Morgue Morgues
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Step into the past with our captivating Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse. This particular piece, titled "Visiting French Morgue" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you back to 1816 with an intriguing scene of visitors at a French morgue. A soldier in uniform stands solemnly, a mother and her son gaze at the lifeless bodies, while a caretaker leans against the barrier, seemingly unfazed. This evocative image, rich in history and detail, is sure to make a striking addition to any room in your home or office. Order now and bring a piece of the past into your present.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
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Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This haunting print captures a moment in history at a French morgue in 1816, where an assortment of visitors have gathered. A soldier stands solemnly in uniform, perhaps paying his respects to fallen comrades. A mother and her young son are also present, their faces reflecting a mix of curiosity and unease as they witness the macabre scene before them.
In stark contrast to the somber atmosphere, a caretaker leans casually against the barrier, smoking a pipe with indifference towards the lifeless bodies on display. His nonchalant demeanor serves as a chilling reminder of the harsh realities of death that he faces daily.
The image is both morbid and fascinating, offering a glimpse into the past when public morgues were common gathering places for those seeking closure or simply curious about mortality. It speaks to our shared fascination with death and how different individuals react to its presence.
As we look upon this historical photograph, we are reminded of our own mortality and the fleeting nature of life. It serves as a poignant reminder to cherish each moment we have with loved ones and appreciate the gift of life while we still can.
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