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The Labour Market in Australia, the Unemployed who are not anxious for Employment (engraving)
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The Labour Market in Australia, the Unemployed who are not anxious for Employment (engraving)
1056257 The Labour Market in Australia, the Unemployed who are not anxious for Employment (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Labour Market in Australia, the Unemployed who are not anxious for Employment, a Sketch in the Treasury Gardens, Melbourne. Illustration for The Graphic, 18 June 1892.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22222352
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
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This engraving, titled "The Labour Market in Australia, the Unemployed who are not anxious for Employment" takes us back to 19th century Melbourne. The scene depicted is a sketch in the Treasury Gardens, offering a glimpse into the reality of unemployment during that era. In this thought-provoking image, we see a group of unemployed individuals gathered together amidst the serene beauty of nature. However, what strikes us immediately is their lack of anxiety towards finding employment. Their relaxed postures and expressions suggest a sense of resignation or perhaps even defiance towards their situation. The artist skillfully captures the contrast between the tranquility of Treasury Gardens and the harsh realities faced by those without work. It serves as a poignant reminder that even within such idyllic surroundings, there exists an undercurrent of struggle and hardship. "The Labour Market in Australia" invites viewers to reflect on themes such as social inequality and economic disparity that persist throughout history. It prompts us to consider how societal attitudes towards unemployment have evolved over time. As we gaze upon this historic print from our modern perspective, it serves as both an artistic masterpiece and a historical document shedding light on past struggles while encouraging contemplation about present-day challenges surrounding employment and labor markets globally.
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