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Elle agonisait dans l air d asphyxie, illustration from Germinal by Emile Zola (1840-1902) engraved by Desire Dumont (19th century), 1886 edition (engraving) (b / w photo)
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Elle agonisait dans l air d asphyxie, illustration from Germinal by Emile Zola (1840-1902) engraved by Desire Dumont (19th century), 1886 edition (engraving) (b / w photo)
CHT286993 Elle agonisait dans l air d asphyxie, illustration from Germinal by Emile Zola (1840-1902) engraved by Desire Dumont (19th century), 1886 edition (engraving) (b/w photo) by Ferat, Jules (b.1819) (after); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; (add.info.: Catherine Maheu; novel about miners; ); © Archives Charmet
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The captivating print titled "Elle agonisait dans l'air d'asphyxie" transports us into the depths of Emile Zola's masterpiece, Germinal. Engraved by Desire Dumont in the 19th century for the 1886 edition of the novel, this haunting illustration captures a pivotal moment in the story. The image depicts Catherine Maheu, one of Zola's most iconic female characters, on the brink of death. She is seen struggling for breath amidst an atmosphere suffocated with coal dust and despair. The darkness surrounding her serves as a metaphor for both her physical and emotional state. As we delve deeper into this naturalist tale set in a coal mine, we witness not only Catherine's tragic demise but also the harsh realities faced by miners during that era. The realism portrayed through this engraving highlights Zola's commitment to exposing social injustices and shedding light on working-class struggles. The presence of mining equipment such as safety lamps, trucks, rails, and tunnels further emphasizes the dangerous conditions these individuals endured daily. The juxtaposition between Catherine's nakedness and her surroundings symbolizes vulnerability amidst an unforgiving environment. This powerful artwork from Jules Ferat after Bridgeman Images invites us to contemplate themes of life and death while immersing ourselves in Zola's narrative. It reminds us that literature has the ability to evoke profound emotions within us – even through visual representations like this striking engraving from Germinal
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