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The Street Acrobat, "A weighty argument"(colour litho)
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The Street Acrobat, "A weighty argument"(colour litho)
2775745 The Street Acrobat, " A weighty argument" (colour litho) by Adams, William Dacres (1864-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Street Acrobat, " A weighty argument." Illustration for A Book of Beggars by W Dacres Adams (Heinemann, 1912).); Look and Learn / Valerie Jackson Harris Collection
Media ID 25166178
© Look and Learn / Valerie Jackson Harris Collection / Bridgeman Images
Argument Beggar Beggars Begging Charitable Charity Mendicant Mendicants Tramp Vagabond Weighty
The Street Acrobat, 'A Weighty Argument' - A Captivating Glimpse into the World of Mendicants and Charitable Acts
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This print titled "The Street Acrobat, 'A Weighty Argument'" takes us on a visual journey through the world of mendicants and charitable acts. Created by William Dacres Adams in 1912, this colour lithograph captures a powerful moment from his book "A Book of Beggars". In this scene, we witness a street acrobat engaged in an intense argument with someone off-camera. The weightiness of their exchange is palpable, as both individuals seem determined to make their point heard. The acrobat's physical agility contrasts with the emotional intensity portrayed here. Adams' illustration sheds light on the lives of beggars during that era. It invites us to contemplate the complexities surrounding charity and begging within society. Through his artistry, he encourages viewers to question preconceived notions about these marginalized figures. The image also offers insight into the broader themes of poverty and homelessness prevalent at that time. It depicts a tramp or vagabond engaging in an animated discussion while surrounded by other beggars seeking assistance from passersby. This thought-provoking print serves as a reminder that behind every mendicant lies a story worth exploring—a narrative often overlooked amidst societal judgments and assumptions about those who rely on charity for survival. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece from Bridgeman Images' collection, let it inspire compassion
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