Children and their mothers involved in a fight at the police station. Lithography, 19th century

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Children and their mothers involved in a fight at the police station. Lithography, 19th century

5943078 Children and their mothers involved in a fight at the police station. Lithography, 19th century; (add.info.: Drawing (caricature, lithography) of Edmond Lavrate (1829-1888): at the police commissioner - the police hear in a police station the people involved in a fight. These are children and their mothers. The names of the characters are chosen to form word games with various expressions using the word "shit")

Media ID 38288924

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EDITORS COMMENTS
This 19th-century lithograph captures a chaotic scene at a police station, where children and their mothers are involved in a heated fight. The artist, Edmond Lavrate, cleverly incorporates wordplay using the term "shit" in the names of the characters, adding an element of humor to the tense situation depicted. The image portrays a clash between families, with schoolchildren and their parents confronting each other in a brawl. The expressions on their faces convey anger and frustration as they engage in verbal insults and physical confrontation. Through this satirical caricature, Lavrate sheds light on societal issues such as conflict within families and interactions with law enforcement. The detailed engraving captures the chaos of the scene, highlighting the emotions running high among those present at the police commissioner's office. This print serves as a reminder of how tensions can escalate quickly in stressful situations, leading to confrontations that may have lasting consequences. Despite its humorous undertones, this artwork prompts viewers to reflect on themes of family dynamics, social order, and communication breakdowns. As we observe these individuals caught up in turmoil at the police station, we are reminded of the complexities of human relationships and the importance of finding peaceful resolutions to conflicts.

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