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Garret at No. 10, Hollybush-Place (engraving)
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Garret at No. 10, Hollybush-Place (engraving)
585210 Garret at No. 10, Hollybush-Place (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration titled Garret at No. 10, Hollybush-Place, depicting a slum dwelling of the poor in Bethnal Green, London. Published in the Illustrated London News on 24 October 1863.); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection; English, out of copyright
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This engraving titled "Garret at No. 10, Hollybush-Place" offers a poignant glimpse into the harsh realities of poverty-stricken slums in Bethnal Green, London during the 19th century. The image transports us to a dilapidated dwelling where destitute men reside amidst squalor and deprivation. Published in the Illustrated London News on October 24,1863, this illustration serves as a powerful reminder of the stark contrast between social classes during that era. With incredible attention to detail, the English School artist masterfully captures every aspect of this slum dwelling - from its crumbling walls to its meager furnishings. The scene evokes an overwhelming sense of despair and hardship as we witness these impoverished individuals struggle for survival within their cramped living space. It is through images like these that we are compelled to confront the uncomfortable truths about inequality and societal neglect that plagued many urban areas at this time. As we gaze upon this historical artifact preserved in a private collection, it serves as both a testament to human resilience and a call for empathy towards those less fortunate than ourselves. This engraving invites us to reflect on our own privilege while urging us not to turn away from addressing issues of poverty that persist today.
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