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Siamese twins Helen and Judith, Hungarian Sisters
2603708 Siamese twins Helen and Judith, Hungarian Sisters; (add.info.: Siamese or conjoined twins. Helen and Judith, the Hungarian Sisters, born in Szony in 1701. Joined at the base of the spine, they were exhibited in England, France, Germany, Holland and Poland. At the age of 9 they were placed in a convent, where they died at the age of 21 or 22. Engraving from "The Universal Magazine" (London, 1756))
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1756 Judith Multiple Image Only Young Women Siamese Twins
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This print captures the unique story of Siamese twins Helen and Judith, known as the Hungarian Sisters. Born in Szony in 1701, these conjoined twins were joined at the base of the spine and became a spectacle across Europe. Exhibited in England, France, Germany, Holland, and Poland, their lives were marked by curiosity and fascination.
At just 9 years old, Helen and Judith were placed in a convent where they lived until their untimely death at the age of 21 or 22. Despite their physical connection, these sisters led separate lives with individual personalities and dreams.
The engraving from "The Universal Magazine" (London, 1756) immortalizes their existence for future generations to ponder over. In this image, we see two young women standing side by side - naked yet dignified. The history behind them is rich with complexity and challenges societal norms about beauty and normalcy.
As we gaze upon this piece of art from Fine Art Finder by Bridgeman Images, we are reminded that every person has a story worth telling - even those who may seem different or unconventional. The Hungarian Sisters' legacy lives on through this powerful representation that sparks conversations about healthcare, medicine, identity,and acceptance.
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