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The disconsolate people in town (engraving)
607032 The disconsolate people in town (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The disconsolate people in town including artist, hansom cab driver, policeman, actor, writer, working girl, zoo keeper, artist); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection
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Driver Hansom Including Keeper Policeman Authors Book Author Disconsolate Litaerature
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The Disconsolate People in Town - A Satirical Glimpse into 19th Century Society
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. This engraving, created by an anonymous English School artist in the 19th century, offers a scathing satire of the disheartened individuals populating a bustling town. The print captures a diverse range of characters, each bearing their own unique burdens and sorrows. From left to right, we see an array of portraits that include an artist lost in contemplation, a hansom cab driver burdened by his monotonous routine, and a stern policeman tasked with maintaining order amidst chaos. An actor's melancholic expression reveals the struggles faced within the theatrical world while a writer pensively contemplates his next literary masterpiece. The working girl represents those who toil tirelessly for meager wages, her weary face reflecting the hardships she endures daily. A zoo keeper stands solemnly beside her charges as if mirroring their captivity within society's confines. Each portrait tells its own story and invites us to ponder upon the hidden depths behind these seemingly ordinary lives. This satirical drawing serves as both social commentary and artistic critique; it exposes societal flaws through exaggerated caricatures while shedding light on universal human experiences. With its intricate details and masterful execution, this work of art from Peter Jackson Collection is not only visually striking but also intellectually stimulating. "The Disconsolate People in Town" remains an enduring testament to the power of art in capturing the essence of humanity and provoking introspection about our
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