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"Compassion, "An Incident of the Plague in London (litho)
7179950 " Compassion, " An Incident of the Plague in London (litho) by Reason, Florence (1859-1933); Private Collection; (add.info.: " Compassion, " An Incident of the Plague in London. Illustration for London Town Past and Present by W W Hutchins (Cassell, 1909).); © Look and Learn
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Bubonic Plague Contagion Disease Epidemia Epidemic Great Plague Illness Infected Infectious Infirmity London Nw Maladies Malady Pandemic Plague Plague Victim Plagues Sexually Transmitted Disease Sick Sickness Stds The City Of London Venereal Disease Asclepius Asklepieion Asklepios Londoner
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This black and white lithograph, titled "Compassion, An Incident of the Plague in London" takes us back to a haunting chapter in history. Created by Florence Reason in the early 20th century, this illustration beautifully captures the devastating impact of the bubonic plague that ravaged London. The scene depicts a compassionate moment amidst the chaos and despair caused by the epidemic. A figure representing Asklepios, the Greek god of healing and medicine, stands tall with outstretched arms as he tends to a sick plague victim. The artist's attention to detail brings forth an atmosphere of fear and desperation while also highlighting humanity's capacity for empathy even in times of crisis. This print was originally created as an illustration for W. W. Hutchins' book "London Town Past and Present" published in 1909. It serves as a poignant reminder of London's historical struggle with epidemics and offers insight into how society coped with such widespread sickness. As we gaze upon this artwork today, it reminds us not only of our past but also prompts reflection on our present circumstances. It serves as a powerful symbol that compassion can be found even amidst darkness and adversity. This lithograph is part of a private collection but has been made available through Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder platform for art enthusiasts worldwide to appreciate its historical significance and artistic brilliance.
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