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DORE: LONDON: 1872. Lavender Girl. Wood engraving after Gustave Dore from London: A Pilgrimage
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DORE: LONDON: 1872. Lavender Girl. Wood engraving after Gustave Dore from London: A Pilgrimage
DORE: LONDON: 1872.
Lavender Girl. Wood engraving after Gustave Dore from London: A Pilgrimage, 1872
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1872 Dore Elderly Gustave Lavender London London A Pilgrimage Peddler Poverty Ragged Street Scene Street Vendor Vendor Victorian
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This print titled "Lavender Girl" takes us back to the bustling streets of Victorian London in 1872. Created by the renowned artist Gustave Dore, this wood engraving is a scene from his iconic work "London: A Pilgrimage". The image depicts an elderly street vendor, her face etched with lines of hardship and resilience. Dressed in ragged clothing, she stands amidst the poverty-stricken cityscape, clutching a bundle of fragrant lavender tightly against her chest. Her weathered hands tell stories of countless hours spent peddling her wares to survive in this unforgiving metropolis. The intricate details captured by Dore's masterful hand bring forth a sense of realism that transports us back in time. Every line on the woman's face seems to carry the weight of her struggles and perseverance. As we gaze upon this powerful image, we are reminded of the stark contrast between wealth and destitution that defined Victorian England. It serves as a poignant reminder that even amidst adversity, there is beauty to be found – symbolized here by the delicate lavender blossoms held so dearly by this resilient woman. "Dore: London: 1872. Lavender Girl" invites us to reflect on our own lives while paying homage to those who have endured hardships before us. It serves as both an artistic masterpiece and a historical testament to the strength and dignity found within everyday individuals living through extraordinary times.
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