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Mrs Henri Cottu (engraving)
8631537 Mrs Henri Cottu (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mrs Henri Cottu, wife of the engineer accused of corruption in the Panama Scandal. Illustration from Black and White. A Weekly Illustrated Record and Review, 25 March, 1893.); © Look and Learn
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This striking engraving captures the portrait of Mrs. Henri Cottu, the wife of the engineer embroiled in scandal during the construction of the Panama Canal in the 19th century. The image exudes a sense of mystery and intrigue as she gazes out with a mix of determination and vulnerability.
The detailed lines and shading in this black and white print bring to life the complexity of Mrs. Cottu's story - a woman caught up in a web of corruption and deceit, yet standing strong by her husband's side through it all. Her elegant attire and regal posture hint at her status as a prominent figure in French society at that time.
The background hints at an architectural setting, perhaps symbolizing the grand scale of engineering projects like the Panama Canal that were marred by scandal and controversy. This engraving serves as both a historical document and a work of art, capturing not just Mrs. Cottu's likeness but also the tumultuous times she lived through.
As we gaze upon this image, we are reminded of how even those on society's periphery can be thrust into the spotlight when scandal strikes. Mrs. Henri Cottu remains an enigmatic figure from history, immortalized in this evocative engraving for generations to come.
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