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The Huguenots in England: French Protestant Hospital, Victoria Park (engraving)
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The Huguenots in England: French Protestant Hospital, Victoria Park (engraving)
606279 The Huguenots in England: French Protestant Hospital, Victoria Park (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Huguenots in England: French Protestant Hospital, Victoria Park - some of the octogenarian inmates, descendants of Huguenot refugees; from The Graphic, 24 October 1885); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection
Media ID 22938464
© Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection / Bridgeman Images
Descendants Graphic Huguenot Huguenots Inmates Refugees Single Chairs Victoria Park Furnish Home Furnishing Octogenarian Piece Of Furniture Upholstered Goods
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This print titled "The Huguenots in England: French Protestant Hospital, Victoria Park" takes us back to the 19th century, offering a glimpse into the lives of octogenarian inmates who are descendants of Huguenot refugees. The engraving, created by an English School artist, showcases a scene filled with historical significance and emotional depth. In this image, we see a group of elderly individuals seated on single chairs around a table inside the French Protestant Hospital. Their clothing reflects the fashion of the time period - elegant yet modest attire that speaks to their refined taste and cultural heritage. The room is adorned with upholstered furnishings and books scattered across the table, emphasizing both comfort and intellectual pursuits. The Graphic magazine published this engraving on October 24th, 1885, shedding light on these resilient individuals' stories during a time when religious persecution forced them to seek refuge in England. This print not only captures their physical presence but also conveys their strength and resilience as they navigate life away from their homeland. "The Huguenots in England: French Protestant Hospital" serves as a poignant reminder of our shared history and the importance of preserving cultural legacies. It invites viewers to reflect upon themes such as displacement, identity preservation, and communal support systems that transcend time. Through this print from Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder collection, we are transported back in time to witness firsthand how art can immortalize moments that would otherwise be lost to history's vast tape
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