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Starved man during the Paris Commune, 1870 (colour litho)
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Starved man during the Paris Commune, 1870 (colour litho)
REV326165 Starved man during the Paris Commune, 1870 (colour litho) by Henry, Paul Edmond (d.1904); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris, France; (add.info.: un affame durant la Commune a Paris; insurrection; )
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Hunger Hungry Litter Revolt Rubbish Starvation Starving Stick Tramp Uprising French Revolution Searching For Food
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This powerful and haunting image captures the devastating reality of a starved man during the Paris Commune in 1870. The colour lithograph, created by Paul Edmond Henry, portrays the immense suffering endured by individuals amidst this historical insurrection. In this scene, we witness a man who is visibly emaciated and weakened by hunger. His sunken eyes reflect despair as he searches desperately for any sign of sustenance. Clutching a stick in one hand and wearing a tattered cap on his head, he navigates through piles of litter and rubbish that line the streets. The presence of a dog nearby serves as a poignant reminder that even animals are affected by poverty and starvation. A rat scurries past, symbolizing the dire conditions faced not only by humans but also their animal counterparts. With a basket strapped to his back, perhaps once used for carrying belongings or food, this man represents countless others who were left destitute during this period of revolt and upheaval. His unkempt beard further emphasizes his struggle to survive amidst chaos. Through this print, Henry captures both the physical tolls of starvation and the emotional weight carried by those caught up in revolution. It stands as an enduring testament to human resilience in times of extreme hardship while serving as an important reminder of our collective responsibility to address poverty and inequality throughout history.
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