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Drink, 1845-48 (pen & ink)
6198957 Drink, 1845-48 (pen & ink) by Millais, John Everett (1829-96) (attr.to); 45x61.5 cm; The McManus, Dundee, UK; Dundee Art Galleries and Museums; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23291442
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19 19th Xix Xixth Nineteenth Century Bedchamber Bedroom Beggar Monochrome Moral Morality Patient Pulse Ragged Sick Sickbed Sickness Allegorical Pre Raphaelite
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This print titled "Drink" by John Everett Millais takes us back to the 19th century, offering a glimpse into a poignant domestic scene. The monochrome image depicts a bedchamber where a ragged family resides, their lives seemingly consumed by sickness and despair. The central figure, an allegorical representation of alcoholism, is portrayed as a beggar-like character lying on a sickbed. A doctor attentively checks the patient's pulse while children observe with concern. This powerful composition serves as both a moral lesson and social commentary on Victorian society's struggle with addiction. Millais' meticulous pen and ink technique brings depth to this emotionally charged artwork. The intricate details capture the somber atmosphere of the room while highlighting the artist's mastery in portraying human emotions through his subjects' expressions. Displayed at The McManus in Dundee, UK, this thought-provoking piece invites viewers to reflect upon themes of family dynamics, health issues, and societal vices that transcend time. It serves as an enduring reminder of our collective responsibility towards those affected by addiction and emphasizes the importance of compassion in addressing such challenges. As we contemplate this remarkable work from afar or up close, it reminds us of art's ability to provoke introspection and inspire change within ourselves and society at large.
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