Belongings Collection
"Belongings: A Journey Through Time and Space" In the wake of the devastating flood that struck Johnstown, USA, in 1889
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"Belongings: A Journey Through Time and Space" In the wake of the devastating flood that struck Johnstown, USA, in 1889, a community's cherished they were swept away by the merciless currents. The remnants of their lives scattered like fragments of a shattered dream. "The Man Who Broke The Tube" by H M Bateman depicts a comical scene where chaos ensues as people scramble to retrieve their misplaced belongings on an overcrowded subway. It reminds us how our possessions can hold power over us, even in the most absurd situations. Like Gulliver in Lilliput, we often find ourselves overwhelmed by our own belongings. In this miniature world, his towering presence is diminished by countless tiny objects that surround him - a metaphor for how material possessions can consume our lives if left unchecked. Kazan Cathedral stands tall and majestic in Saint Petersburg; its grandeur contrasting with images from "Between Decks on an Emigrant Ship, 1850. " Here we witness weary travelers huddled together amidst cramped conditions aboard ships bound for distant lands. Their few remaining belongings offer solace amid uncertainty. "The Movings, " captured by Louis Leopold Boilly in 1822, portrays families uprooted from their homes due to war or economic hardship. Carrying what little they possess on their backs, they embark on journeys filled with hope and trepidation - seeking new beginnings while leaving behind familiar comforts. The haunting image of Irish emigrants departing Clifden County Galway in 1883 evokes both sorrow and resilience. Forced to leave behind beloved homelands due to famine and poverty, these brave souls clutch tightly onto meager bundles containing all they have left - precious reminders of who they once were. History tells tales of expulsion too; such as the Moriscos' forced departure from Spain under Philip III's order.