Starvation Collection (page 6)

A General Fast in consequence of the War!!, 1794. Artist: Isaac Cruikshank
A General Fast in consequence of the War!!, 1794. Two separate views: Lambeth, showing an archbishop and his family gorging at the dinner table; and Spitalfields

Townsfolk wait to scour the fields for potatoes left by farmers, Germany, World War I, c1914-c1918. About 750, 000 German civilians died from starvation as a result of the British naval blockade of

The poor of Berlin rummaging in refuse heaps, Germany, c1914-c1918. About 750, 000 German civilians died from starvation as a result of the British naval blockade of Germany during World War I

The Retreat from Moscow, 1911, (1918). Artist: Stephen Baghot De La Bere
The Retreat from Moscow, 1911, (1918). Painting held at the Lady Lever Art Gallery, Liverpool. From Bibbys Annual 1918, edited by Joseph Bibby. [The Priory Publishing Press, Liverpool, 1917]

Starving poet and publisher, late 18th century. Artist: Thomas Rowlandson
Starving poet and publisher, late 18th century. Illustration from Social Caricature in the Eighteenth Century... With over two hundred illustrations by George Paston [pseudonym of Emily Morse

Woman scavenging for food, Bayreuth, Germany, April 1945. An illustration of the hardships of life for civilians in Germany as World War II neared its conclusion

Dog and cat meat butcher in Paris, Franco-Prussian War, 1871. During the war Paris was under siege from September 1870 to late January 1871

An English butchers, Boulevard Haussmann, Paris, 1871
An English butcher s, Boulevard Haussmann, 1871. The meat on sale is from animals, including elephant, from the Jardins des Plantes (Paris Zoo)

We have no more than that Sir, 1871. A market trader in poultry, during the Siege of Paris, showing that she has nothing to sell

Ezekiel in the valley of dry bones
Hebrew prophet Ezekiel walking through the valley of dry bones. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Starving peasants begging in Russia, 1890s
Russian peasants near St. Petersburg begging soldiers for bread, 1890s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

The death of Pausanius, forced to die of starvation in the temple of Athena by the Spartan Ephors. Pausanias, died c. 477 BC. Spartan regent and general

Starvation In The Workhouse. "please Sir, I Want Some More. "the Master Gazed In Stupefied Astonishment On
Starvation In The Workhouse. " please Sir, I Want Some More." " the Master Gazed In Stupefied Astonishment On The Small Rebel For Some Seconds, And Clung For Support To The Copper

Scouts Serving Out Milk And Butter For Broth To Starving Pygmy Natives During Sir Henry Morton Stanleys Emin Pasha Relief Expedition, In Africa In 1888. From In Darkest Africa By Henry M

The Rescue Of Robert H. Nelson And Survivors At Starvation Camp, Ipoto, Africa During Henry Morton Stanleys Emin Pasha Relief Expedition In Africa, 1886 To 1889. From In Darkest Africa By Henry M

La chariteromain (Roman Charity), in an album containing Recueil de Compositions
La charite romain (Roman Charity), in an album containing Recueil de Compositions par Lagrenee Le Jeune (Collection of Compositions by Lagrenee the Younger), 1782-1821

BRITAIN AND CIVIL WAR, 1862. American cartoon, 1862, on Britains aid to the Confederacy in the American Civil War and the hardships endured by the British working class resulting from the disruption

Eating disorder, conceptual artwork

Elijah in the wilderness
Prophet Elijah fed by birds while hiding in the wilderness. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th century illustration

Starving peasants begging from wealthy Russians, 1890s
Starving Russian peasants begging from a wealthy couple in the town of Kazan, 1890s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

French fort at Quebec as a winter refuge, 1600s
Starving Native Americans seeking refuge at the French fort at Quebec, Canada, 1600s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Burke and Wills Expedition to explore the interior of Australia (1860 - 1861). Death of Robert O Hara Burke (1820 - 1861) Irish explorer and leader of the expedition

Canada, Nunavut Territory, Adult male Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) yawns while resting on drifting pack ice near mouth of Wager Bay and Ukkusiksalik National Park (Large format sizes available)

CUBAN REFUGEES, c1898. Starving refugees from Santiago, seeking food at El Caney, Cuba, during the Spanish-American War. Pen and ink drawing by William Glackens, c1898

GERMANY: STARVATION, 1844. The Misery in Silesia. Cover of a pamphlet published in Munich in 1844 on the plight of starving Silesian weavers (top)

The Young Princes on their Cruise; at an Elephant Kraal Near Awisawella, Ceylon: 1
THE YOUNG PRINCES ON THEIR CRUISE; AT AN ELEPHANT KRaL NEAR AWISAWELLA, CEYLON: 1. Tame Elephants from the Kraal; 2. Entrance to the Kraal; 3. Elephants Drinking; 4. A Captured Elephant; 5

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"Starvation: A Grim Reality Captured in Art and History" In the haunting world of art, it has been depicted as a harrowing reminder of human suffering throughout history. One such portrayal is William Hogarth's "Gin Lane, " an engraving that exposes the devastating consequences of alcoholism and poverty in 18th-century London. This dark depiction serves as a stark warning against the perils of indulgence. Fast forward to 1845, where another tale unfolds on treacherous Arctic seas. The ill-fated expedition led by Captain Sir John Franklin aboard HMS Erebus and HMS Terror sought to conquer uncharted territories but instead succumbed to hunger, cold, and despair. Captain Francis Crozier valiantly battled starvation alongside his crewmates until their tragic demise. Meanwhile, distant lands witnessed desperate struggles for survival amidst icy isolation. The Enterprise and Investigator ships found themselves surrounded by unforgiving ice in Barrow Strait during their search for the Northwest Passage. These brave explorers faced unimaginable hardships as they fought against dwindling supplies and relentless hunger. Throughout history, stories like these echo through time with chilling resonance. In mid-17th century Europe, Barthel Beham's "Cimon and Pero" depicts a daughter sacrificing her own sustenance to feed her imprisoned father—a testament to love prevailing over extreme deprivation. Similarly heart-wrenching is Peter Paul Rubens' masterpiece "Roman Charity. " Inspired by ancient Roman folklore, it portrays a daughter breastfeeding her starving father who had been sentenced to death—a profound symbol of selflessness even in dire circumstances. Closer to home lies Charles Dickens' poignant narrative depicting life within workhouses—places meant for refuge but often breeding grounds for destitution. His iconic scene from "Oliver Twist" shows young Oliver asking for more food—an act met with stupefied astonishment from those responsible for his well-being.