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The Foundling, 1861 (oil on canvas)
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The Foundling, 1861 (oil on canvas)
489750 The Foundling, 1861 (oil on canvas) by Schlesinger, Heinrich Wilhelm (1814-93); 109.5x142 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Das Geraubte Kind); Photo eChristies Images; German, out of copyright
Media ID 23295430
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Adopted Adoption Al Fresco Care Charity Cooking Crucifix Crying Encampment Food Preparation Foster Foundling Grief Gypsies Kind Kindness Lost Pistol Sorrow Spirituality Travellers Emotions
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The Foundling, 1861
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is a captivating oil painting by Heinrich Wilhelm Schlesinger that beautifully captures the essence of compassion and humanity. In this poignant artwork, we are transported to an al fresco encampment where a group of gypsies has found solace and love in their adopted family. At the center of the composition, a sorrowful female figure cradles a stolen child, her grief palpable as tears stream down her face. The presence of a pistol hints at the hardships faced by these travelers and adds an element of danger to their existence. Surrounding them, other members of the community engage in various activities - cooking food with care and tenderness, tending to babies with kindness, and seeking solace in faith through crosses and crucifixes. Despite their nomadic lifestyle, they have created a sense of belonging within this makeshift camp. Schlesinger's masterful brushwork brings out the emotions on each character's face - from longing to hopefulness to deep sadness. Through his artistry, he reminds us that acts of charity and kindness can transcend societal norms or cultural boundaries. "The Foundling" serves as both an exploration into themes such as loss, spirituality, adoption, and family dynamics while also reminding us about our shared humanity. It is truly an evocative piece that continues to resonate with viewers today.
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