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Friedrich Engels and Karl Marx, with Jenny, Eleanor and Laura Marx
1000972 Friedrich Engels and Karl Marx, with Jenny, Eleanor and Laura Marx, 1864 (hand-coloured photo) by German Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Friedrich Engels (28 November 1820 - 5 August 1895) was a German social scientist, author, political theorist, philosopher, and father of Marxist theory, alongside Karl Marx.
Karl Heinrich Marx (5 May 1818 - 14 March 1883) was a German philosopher, economist, sociologist, historian, journalist, and revolutionary socialist. Jenny was the eldest of Marxs three daughters, then Laura and the youngest was Eleanor.
Friedrich Engels (1820-95) German Socialist philosopher and collaborator of Marx in the foundation of modern Communism; Karl Marx (1818-83) German philosopher, revolutionary, sociologist, historian, and economist; Marx is featured here with his daughters Jenny, Eleanor and Laura; ); eGiancarlo Costa; German, out of copyright
Media ID 22247130
© Giancarlo Costa / Bridgeman Images
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This hand-colored photograph captures a significant moment in history, showcasing the iconic figures Friedrich Engels and Karl Marx alongside Marx's wife Jenny and their daughters Eleanor and Laura. The image provides a glimpse into the personal lives of these influential individuals who played pivotal roles in shaping Marxist theory. Friedrich Engels, known as the father of Marxist theory, worked closely with Karl Marx to lay the foundation for modern communism. Both German philosophers were renowned for their revolutionary ideas on socialism, politics, economics, and sociology. In this portrait, we see Marx surrounded by his loving family. Jenny stands proudly beside him while Eleanor and Laura stand close by. Their presence humanizes these intellectual giants and reminds us that they too had personal lives beyond their groundbreaking theories. The Victorian-era costumes worn by all members of the family add an air of elegance to the composition. This photograph not only documents a historical moment but also offers insight into the social norms and fashion trends of that time. Through Giancarlo Costa's lens, this print immortalizes not just philosophers but also fathers, husbands, wives, sisters - a snapshot capturing both intellectuality and familial bonds. It serves as a reminder that even those who shape history are shaped by it themselves; they are part of families just like anyone else.
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