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Souvenir from the 2nd of December: The Child Was Shot Twice in the Head, illustration for the poem Souvenir de la nuit du 4 Decembre from Les Chatiments by Victor Hugo, Paris, 1882 (colour litho)
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Souvenir from the 2nd of December: The Child Was Shot Twice in the Head, illustration for the poem Souvenir de la nuit du 4 Decembre from Les Chatiments by Victor Hugo, Paris, 1882 (colour litho)
CHT293600 Souvenir from the 2nd of December: The Child Was Shot Twice in the Head, illustration for the poem Souvenir de la nuit du 4 Decembre from Les Chatiments by Victor Hugo, Paris, 1882 (colour litho) by Mejanel, Pierre (b.c.1850); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; (add.info.: child shot during the Coup d Etat by Napoleon III in December 1851; violent riots took place after the Coup and many were left injured or dead; the subtitle is the first line of the poem; strong criticism; l enfant avait recu deux balles dans la tete ; ); © Archives Charmet
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This powerful and haunting photograph captures the tragic aftermath of a violent event that took place on the 2nd of December. The image, titled "Souvenir from the 2nd of December: The Child Was Shot Twice in the Head" is an illustration for Victor Hugo's poem "Souvenir de la nuit du 4 Decembre" from Les Chatiments. Taken in Paris in 1882 by Pierre Mejanel, this color lithograph depicts a scene filled with sorrow and grief. In the center of the frame lies a young boy, undressing under the watchful eyes of his grandmother and a doctor. The child's face bears witness to unimaginable pain as he carries two gunshot wounds to his head. The backdrop hints at an interior setting, perhaps reflecting a home torn apart by violence and mourning. This image serves as a stark reminder of the devastating consequences inflicted upon innocent lives during times of political upheaval. The historical context reveals that this child was shot during Napoleon III's Coup d'Etat in December 1851, which triggered violent riots resulting in numerous casualties. Through this artwork, Mejanel highlights not only individual suffering but also criticizes those responsible for such acts. With its emotional depth and pathos-filled composition, this photograph evokes strong feelings within viewers who are confronted with themes of loss and injustice. It stands as both a poignant tribute to victims like this young boy and a testament to art's ability to shed light on dark chapters in history.
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