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The quays were lined with famishing folk, illustration from Romance of History: The Netherlands, 1920s (colour litho)
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The quays were lined with famishing folk, illustration from Romance of History: The Netherlands, 1920s (colour litho)
3083043 The quays were lined with famishing folk, illustration from Romance of History: The Netherlands, 1920s (colour litho) by McCormick, Arthur David (1860-1943); Private Collection; (add.info.: Romance of History: The Netherlands published by T C & E C Jack circa 1920s
A D McCormick (1860-1943))
Media ID 25531014
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This photo print, titled "The quays were lined with famishing folk" takes us back to the Netherlands in the 1920s. The image is an illustration from the renowned book "Romance of History: The Netherlands" by A. D. McCormick, which offers a glimpse into a tumultuous period in Dutch history. In this scene, we witness a heartbreaking sight along the quayside. Desperation and hunger are etched on the faces of countless people who line the streets. Their tattered costumes and gaunt figures speak volumes about their suffering during a time of food scarcity and starvation. The illustration alludes to one of the darkest chapters in Dutch history -the Spanish blockade and siege of Leyden. Led by William of Orange, Dutch troops fought valiantly against Spain's oppressive rule, but they found themselves trapped within their own city walls without access to vital supplies. As we gaze at this vivid color lithograph, we are reminded of Europe's complex past and how it shaped nations like Holland (the Netherlands). It serves as a poignant reminder that even amidst great adversity, resilience prevails. This powerful artwork transports us back in time while also highlighting universal themes such as survival, sacrifice, and human endurance. It invites us to reflect on our shared history and appreciate how far we have come as societies united under common values like those embodied by today's European Union (EU) or Benelux countries. Through this print from Fine Art Finder courtesy of Bridgeman Images
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