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Victor the wild child of the Aveyron, 1801 (engraving)
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Victor the wild child of the Aveyron, 1801 (engraving)
1830331 Victor the wild child of the Aveyron, 1801 (engraving); (add.info.: Victor the wild child of the Aveyron (France) : he was found in 1800 in the forest, he was 12, dirty, engraving from a book "Education d'un homme sauvage" by J.M. Itard, Paris, 1801); Photo © CCI
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This haunting engraving captures the enigmatic figure of Victor, the wild child of the Aveyron, in 1801. Discovered in a forest in France at the age of 12, Victor was dirty and seemingly devoid of human contact or civilization. This image is taken from a book titled "Education d'un homme sauvage" by J.M. Itard, published in Paris in 1801.
The portrait conveys a sense of mystery and intrigue surrounding Victor's story - his origins unknown, his past shrouded in darkness. The engraver has captured every detail with precision, from the unkempt hair to the vacant expression on Victor's face.
This historical artifact serves as a reminder of humanity's capacity for both cruelty and compassion. It prompts us to reflect on our treatment of those who are different or marginalized within society.
As we gaze upon this engraving, we are transported back to a time when Victor roamed free in the wilderness, disconnected from societal norms and expectations. His story challenges us to consider what it truly means to be human - can we find empathy for those who exist outside our understanding?
In studying this image, we are invited to contemplate our own place within the world and how we choose to interact with those who may seem strange or unfamiliar to us. The legacy of Victor lives on through this powerful depiction that continues to captivate viewers centuries later.
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