Anguished Collection

photography, black and white, Posing, Looking at camera, Upper half, Black background
Woman covering face, peeping through fingers, (B&W)

Three women in classical dress, bust length, with anguished expressions
3610413 Three women in classical dress, bust length, with anguished expressions, 1819 (black chalk on paper) by David, Jacques Louis (1748-1825)

The Burghers of Calais, completed 1889 (bronze)
MAE340533 The Burghers of Calais, completed 1889 (bronze) by Rodin, Auguste (1840-1917); Calais, France; (add.info.: Les Bourgeois de Calais; commemorating the end of the siege of Calais in 1347; six)

Old Woman Tearing at her Hair, 1525-30 (oil on panel)
3619029 Old Woman Tearing at her Hair, 1525-30 (oil on panel) by Massys or Metsys, Quentin (c.1466-1530); 55x40 cm; Prado, Madrid, Spain; Photo eFine Art Images; Netherlandish, out of copyright

Hysterical epilepsy, hallucinations, anguish, plate XXIX from
REV239595 Hysterical epilepsy, hallucinations, anguish, plate XXIX from Iconographie Photographique de La Salpetriere by Bourneville et P

The Distrest Poet, 1741 (etching)
2972950 The Distrest Poet, 1741 (etching) by Hogarth, William (1697-1764); The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London, UK; (add.info)

Attic red-figure hydria decorated with the story of Thamyris, the Thracian Bard, c
AMQ103331 Attic red-figure hydria decorated with the story of Thamyris, the Thracian Bard, c.440-420 BC (ceramic) by Greek, (5th century BC); Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford

Woman grimacing in studio, (B&W), close-up, portrait

Woman suffering headache standing at kitchen sink (B&W)

Pieta, engraved by Giulio Sanuto (engraving)
XJF417371 Pieta, engraved by Giulio Sanuto (engraving) by Buonarroti, Michelangelo (1475-1564) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Giulio Sanuto (fl.1540-88); ); Italian, out of copyright

Baby girl (6-9 months) crying (B&W)

Baby boy (6-9 months) sitting in highchair (B&W)

Newborn (0-3 months) lying in crib, crying, (B&W)

Baby (0-3 months) lying in crib, crying, (B&W), elevated view

Woman with stomach ache in studio, (B&W), (Portrait)

Woman with headache, posing in studio, (B&W) (Portrait)

Worrying woman sitting at desk in office, (B&W)

Distraught woman gesturing in studio, portrait

Woman making face in studio, (B&W), close-up, portrait

Woman grimacing, arms folded, (B&W), portrait

Suffering man lying on bed, (B&W), close-up, elevated view

Woman suffering backache sitting on armchair by fireplace, (B&W)

Man touching forehead, suffering headache, (B&W)

Displeased woman posing in studio, (B&W), portrait

Woman with hand on chin, (B&W), portrait

Mature woman suffering backache, (B&W)

Tired woman posing in studio, (B&W), portrait

Distressed woman posing in studio, (B&W), portrait

Distraught woman sitting in armchair in studio, (B&W), portrait

Woman in studio grasping back in pain, (B&W)

Businessman writing in notepad, sitting at office, (B&W)

Businessman with aching arm in studio, (B&W)

Businessman in studio holding head in hands, (B&W), portrait

Businessman in studio covering eyes with fingers, (B&W), close-up

Two women sitting on couch, discussing, (B&W)

Young businessman with headache, (B&W), close-up

Woman suffering headache lying in bed (B&W)

Mature woman looking at cut on finger in studio (B&W)

Woman suffering headache, laying in pillow, (B&W), close-up

Mother scolding daughter (6-7), (B&W)

Businessman pouring medicine, , (B&W)

Businessman in studio, (B&W), portrait

Frowning woman touching throat (B&W)

Tired man working at desk (B&W), portrait

Woman sitting in armchair, watching leg (B&W)

Woman looking thoughtful, posing in studio, (B&W), (Portrait)

Woman with anguished expression, (B&W), portrait

Mature woman suffering headache, (B&W), close-up

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In the realm of photography, where black and white images possess an unparalleled ability to evoke emotions, these three women in classical dress captivate with their anguished expressions. As they pose for the camera, their eyes pierce through the lens, revealing a deep torment that resonates within their upper half. Against a stark black background, their anguish is intensified, drawing us into their world of despair. Reminiscent of Auguste Rodin's masterpiece "The Burghers of Calais, " completed in 1889 and cast in bronze, these women seem to embody the same sense of sacrifice and suffering. Their contorted faces mirror the agony depicted in other renowned works like "Old Woman Tearing at her Hair" from 1525-30 or "Hysterical epilepsy" plate XXIX from 'Hallucinations, ' showcasing raw anguish captured on panel and etching. Even ancient artifacts hold traces of human distress; an Attic red-figure hydria decorated with Thamyris' tragic tale speaks volumes about sorrowful melodies sung by this Thracian Bard. Racine's play "Berenice" echoes similar sentiments as we witness characters grappling with inner turmoil. A woman grimacing in a studio portrait further explores the depths of anguish. In close-up detail against a monochrome backdrop, every wrinkle and furrowed brow tells its own story – one filled with pain yet unspoken words yearning to be heard. And amidst everyday life struggles lies another facet: a woman standing at her kitchen sink suffering from a debilitating headache. The black-and-white frame captures her silent battle against throbbing pain while highlighting the universality of human suffering. Giulio Sanuto's engraved rendition of Pieta serves as a haunting reminder that even divine figures experience profound grief. Through delicate lines etched onto paper, we witness Mary cradling her lifeless son Jesus - an image that encapsulates unimaginable heartache.