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Mother And Child
A mother breastfeeding her child, while she smokes a pipe, St Giles, London, circa 1850. Drawing by Paul Gavarni (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
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Hulton Archive
Media ID 11770858
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1850 1859 Baby Breast Breastfeeding Child English Culture Females Human Interest London England Mother Pencil Drawing Pipe Smoking Pipe Poverty Smoke Physical Structure Smoking Activity Social Issues Two People Diry St Giles
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Mother And Child - A Captivating Glimpse into 19th Century London Life
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. This intriguing photo print, captured by Paul Gavarni in circa 1850, offers a thought-provoking glimpse into the social fabric of St Giles, London. The drawing depicts a mother breastfeeding her child while indulging in an unconventional act for the time - smoking a pipe. The image portrays the resilience and resourcefulness of women during this era, as they navigated their roles as mothers within challenging circumstances. It highlights the complexities of daily life in impoverished areas like St Giles, where poverty often intertwined with cultural practices. The contrast between nurturing and self-indulgence is strikingly portrayed through this powerful artwork. While providing sustenance to her baby through breastfeeding, the mother simultaneously seeks solace or escape from her harsh reality by engaging in tobacco consumption. Gavarni's pencil drawing captures not only the physical structure but also exposes deeper societal issues prevalent at that time. It sheds light on English culture and its acceptance or tolerance towards such behaviors amidst prevailing hardships. This archival piece invites us to reflect upon historical contexts surrounding motherhood, poverty, gender roles, and even health implications associated with smoking during that period. It serves as a reminder that art can be both aesthetically captivating and socially significant – offering us invaluable insights into our collective human experience across centuries.
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