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The War, Bosnian Women seeking Relief at Usicza (engraving)
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The War, Bosnian Women seeking Relief at Usicza (engraving)
1602541 The War, Bosnian Women seeking Relief at Usicza (engraving) by Prior, Melton (1845-1910) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War, Bosnian Women seeking Relief at Usicza. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 14 October 1876.
Melton Prior); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22557768
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Bosnia Bosnia Herzegovina Bosnia Herzogovina Bosnian Herzegovina Refugees Russo Turkish War Seeking
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The War, Bosnian Women seeking Relief at Usicza
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is a captivating engraving that captures the heart-wrenching reality of war and its impact on innocent lives. Created by Melton Prior in 1876, this print depicts a scene from the Russo-Turkish War where Bosnian women are desperately seeking relief in the town of Usicza. The image portrays a chaotic street filled with crowds of refugees, their faces etched with anguish and despair. The artist skillfully conveys the desperation and vulnerability of these women as they navigate through the turmoil caused by conflict. Their tattered clothing and weary expressions serve as poignant reminders of their suffering. In this snapshot of history, we witness not only the physical destruction but also the emotional toll war takes on individuals and communities. It serves as a powerful reminder that wars have far-reaching consequences beyond battlefields; they disrupt everyday life, shatter families, and force people to flee their homes in search of safety. This engraving offers us an opportunity to reflect upon our shared humanity and consider how conflicts continue to affect countless lives around the world today. It reminds us that compassion and empathy should guide our actions towards those who seek relief from such devastating circumstances. As we gaze upon this historical artifact captured by Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder collection, let it be a call for peace, understanding, and support for those affected by war – both past and present.
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