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BEGGAR - CHARLES MACKEY
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BEGGAR - CHARLES MACKEY
Charles Mackey, a black beggar, stands with cap in hand before an old stone cross. Date: Early 19th century
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1820s 1830s Beggar Beggars Blind Broom Charity Closed Community Offering Stands Mackey
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This evocative early 19th century image captures the poignant moment of Charles Mackey, a black beggar, humbly requesting alms before an old stone cross. The weathered cross, a symbol of faith and community, stands as a backdrop to the scene, emphasizing the intersection of charity and spirituality in the daily lives of the people of Britain during this period. Mackey, with his cap in hand, closes his eyes in a gesture of trust and hope, as if surrendering himself to the kindness and generosity of passersby. The broom leaning against the cross suggests that Mackey may have been a regular presence in the community, adding a layer of familiarity to the scene. The image, which could date from the 1820s or 1830s, offers a poignant glimpse into the lives of the less fortunate during a time when poverty and social inequality were endemic in British society. The closed eye of the beggar invites us to reflect on the humanity and dignity of those who lived on the margins of their communities, and the role that small acts of kindness and charity could play in their lives.
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