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Virginia Drowned, 1870 (engraving)
1575583 Virginia Drowned, 1870 (engraving); (add.info.: Engraving depicts a young woman who has drowned by J. Bertrand. Dated 1870); Universal History Archive/UIG
Media ID 38451430
© Universal History Archive/UIG / Bridgeman Images
1870s Drowned Suicide Tragic Wave
EDITORS COMMENTS
This haunting engraving from 1870 captures the tragic fate of Virginia, a young woman who met her end in the unforgiving sea. The artist, J. Bertrand, skillfully depicts the sorrow and despair of this heartbreaking scene, as Virginia is engulfed by a powerful wave.
The image evokes a sense of melancholy and loss, as we are left to wonder about the circumstances that led to Virginia's untimely demise. Was it an accident or a deliberate act? The romanticized portrayal of her death adds to the poignancy of the moment, reminding us of the fragility of life and the power of nature.
In the 19th century, when this engraving was created, themes of tragedy and mortality were common in art. Artists often explored dark and emotional subjects like suicide and death with a sense of drama and intensity. This print serves as a poignant reminder of those times when life was precarious and unpredictable.
As we gaze upon this image, we are drawn into Virginia's story – a tale cut short by the cruel forces of nature. Her youth and beauty only add to our sense of loss, leaving us with a profound appreciation for life's fleeting moments.
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