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Anguish Collection (page 5)

In the etching "Beggar seated on a bank, 1630, " anguish is palpable as the destitute figure's eyes reflect a lifetime of struggle and despair

Background imageAnguish Collection: 2nd of May 1808, Insurrection in Madrid, from Histoire de Napoleon by M

2nd of May 1808, Insurrection in Madrid, from Histoire de Napoleon by M. de Norvins, 1839 (engraving) (b / w photo)
CHT163797 2nd of May 1808, Insurrection in Madrid, from Histoire de Napoleon by M. de Norvins, 1839 (engraving) (b/w photo) by Raffet

Background imageAnguish Collection: Death of the Strong Wicked Man, pl. 6, illustration from The Grave

Death of the Strong Wicked Man, pl. 6, illustration from The Grave, A Poem by William Blake (1757-1827)
XYC290776 Death of the Strong Wicked Man, pl.6, illustration from The Grave, A Poem by William Blake (1757-1827), engraved by Luigi Schiavonetti (1765-1810), 1808 (etching) by Blake

Background imageAnguish Collection: Hercules Killing Cacus, (woodcut)

Hercules Killing Cacus, (woodcut)
659519 Hercules Killing Cacus, (woodcut) by Goltzius, Hendrik (1558-1617); 41x33 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Hercules Killing Cacus. Hendrik Goltzius (1558-1617). Woodcut

Background imageAnguish Collection: A Glimpse into Hell, or Fear, 1888-98 (oil on canvas)

A Glimpse into Hell, or Fear, 1888-98 (oil on canvas)
5861350 A Glimpse into Hell, or Fear, 1888-98 (oil on canvas) by Vedder, Elihu (1836-1923); 40--52.4 cm; The Art Institute of Chicago, IL, USA; (add.info.: Elihu Vedder (1836-1923))

Background imageAnguish Collection: Violette and Ourson, illustration for Ourson from Les Nouveaux Contes de Fees by Comtesse de Segur

Violette and Ourson, illustration for Ourson from Les Nouveaux Contes de Fees by Comtesse de Segur (1799-1874)
XIR287749 Violette and Ourson, illustration for Ourson from Les Nouveaux Contes de Fees by Comtesse de Segur (1799-1874) (engraving) (b/w photo) by Dore

Background imageAnguish Collection: A Tiger attacking an Arab Stallion, 1824 (oil on canvas)

A Tiger attacking an Arab Stallion, 1824 (oil on canvas)
CH400949 A Tiger attacking an Arab Stallion, 1824 (oil on canvas) by Towne, Charles (1763-1840); Private Collection; Photo © Christies Images

Background imageAnguish Collection: La Vertu Irresolue, engraved by Louis Dennel (1741-86) (engraving)

La Vertu Irresolue, engraved by Louis Dennel (1741-86) (engraving)
1202216 La Vertu Irresolue, engraved by Louis Dennel (1741-86) (engraving) by Vigee-Lebrun, Elisabeth Louise (1755-1842) (after); 39x26 cm; Private Collection; Photo © Christies Images

Background imageAnguish Collection: Chlotaire I (497-561) Burns his Rebellious Son and Family, from Histoire de France by Colart

Chlotaire I (497-561) Burns his Rebellious Son and Family, from Histoire de France by Colart, published c
KW177705 Chlotaire I (497-561) Burns his Rebellious Son and Family, from Histoire de France by Colart, published c.1840 (engraving) by French School

Background imageAnguish Collection: King Lear and Cordelia, 1776 (etching and aquatint with India ink)

King Lear and Cordelia, 1776 (etching and aquatint with India ink)
XYC290770 King Lear and Cordelia, 1776 (etching and aquatint with India ink) by Barry, James (1741-1806); 55.6x54.9 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection

Background imageAnguish Collection: Perseus and Andromeda (oil on canvas)

Perseus and Andromeda (oil on canvas)
475534 Perseus and Andromeda (oil on canvas) by Matteis, Paolo de (1662-1728) (circle of); 127.9x101.3 cm; Private Collection; Photo © Christies Images

Background imageAnguish Collection: Grave robber disturbing the dead (engraving)

Grave robber disturbing the dead (engraving)
STC429624 Grave robber disturbing the dead (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

Background imageAnguish Collection: Terror of the Frankish population before the onslaught of the Normans in the 9th century (litho)

Terror of the Frankish population before the onslaught of the Normans in the 9th century (litho)
741254 Terror of the Frankish population before the onslaught of the Normans in the 9th century (litho) by Philippoteaux, Felix (1815-84) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageAnguish Collection: Bacchus and Ariadne (oil on canvas)

Bacchus and Ariadne (oil on canvas)
XIR384521 Bacchus and Ariadne (oil on canvas) by French School, (18th century); Musee des Beaux-Arts, Arras, France; (add.info)

Background imageAnguish Collection: School for Boys, 1738 (oil on canvas)

School for Boys, 1738 (oil on canvas)
SGS106169 School for Boys, 1738 (oil on canvas) by Mercier, Philippe (1689-1760); 101.6x127 cm; Private Collection; © Berger Collection Educational Trust

Background imageAnguish Collection: Bandits Scene (oil on canvas)

Bandits Scene (oil on canvas)
XIR417091 Bandits Scene (oil on canvas) by Wouwermans or Wouwerman, Philips (1619-68); Musee des Beaux-Arts, Nimes, France; (add.info.: Scene de Brigands; )

Background imageAnguish Collection: Londoners fleeing to the country to avoid the Plague, 1630 (woodcut) (see also 87203)

Londoners fleeing to the country to avoid the Plague, 1630 (woodcut) (see also 87203)
STC267599 Londoners fleeing to the country to avoid the Plague, 1630 (woodcut) (see also 87203) by English School, (17th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

Background imageAnguish Collection: Ancient Rome: A cowardly gladiator engaged in the fight, 1866 (coloured engraving)

Ancient Rome: A cowardly gladiator engaged in the fight, 1866 (coloured engraving)
XEE702505 Ancient Rome: A cowardly gladiator engaged in the fight, 1866 (coloured engraving) by Leutemann, Heinrich (1824-1905); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageAnguish Collection: Mr Wackford Squeers and the New Pupil, illustration for Character Sketches from Dickens compiled

Mr Wackford Squeers and the New Pupil, illustration for Character Sketches from Dickens compiled by B. W
IL193489 Mr Wackford Squeers and the New Pupil, illustration for Character Sketches from Dickens compiled by B.W. Matz, 1924 (colour litho) by Copping, Harold (1863-1932); Private Collection

Background imageAnguish Collection: The Hand, front cover of La Vie Populaire, 1885 (litho)

The Hand, front cover of La Vie Populaire, 1885 (litho)
CHT418382 The Hand, front cover of La Vie Populaire, 1885 (litho) by Zier, Edouard Francois (1856-1924); Private Collection; (add.info.: La Main)

Background imageAnguish Collection: Out hunting for teeth, plate 12 of Los caprichos, late 18th century (coloured etching)

Out hunting for teeth, plate 12 of Los caprichos, late 18th century (coloured etching) (see also 81631)
CHT175021 Out hunting for teeth, plate 12 of Los caprichos, late 18th century (coloured etching) (see also 81631) by Goya y Lucientes, Francisco Jose de (1746-1828); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Background imageAnguish Collection: The Wedding Night, c. 1820 (coloured engraving)

The Wedding Night, c. 1820 (coloured engraving)
CHT177474 The Wedding Night, c.1820 (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

Background imageAnguish Collection: The Husband Who Beats His Wife, engraved by Le Blond (engraving)

The Husband Who Beats His Wife, engraved by Le Blond (engraving)
XIR176064 The Husband Who Beats His Wife, engraved by Le Blond (engraving) by Bosse, Abraham (1602-76) (after); Grosjean Collection, Paris, France; (add.info.: The husband who beats his wife; )



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In the etching "Beggar seated on a bank, 1630, " anguish is palpable as the destitute figure's eyes reflect a lifetime of struggle and despair. Anne Louis Girodet de Roucy-Trioson's oil painting, "Deluge scene, " captures the overwhelming anguish of humanity amidst chaos and destruction, reminding us of our vulnerability in the face of nature's wrath. With an engraving depicting Tom's deep hoarse voice saying, "It is coming, Maggie. " while clasping her tightly, we witness their shared anguish as they brace themselves for an impending catastrophe. The marble sculpture of Laocoon with his extended arm portrays agony frozen in time, evoking empathy for his suffering and highlighting the universal experience of pain throughout history. Wellington's rallying cry to his troops at the Battle of Waterloo echoes with determination but also reveals underlying anguish as he leads them into a fierce conflict that will forever change lives. In an engraving from The Taming of the Shrew performance at Clapham, music and discord intertwine to depict emotional turmoil within relationships - a vivid portrayal of inner strife and torment. The lithograph titled "Douleur de Marie-Madeleine" conveys Mary Magdalene's grief with raw intensity; her anguished expression speaks volumes about loss and sorrow that transcends time. Maxwell Gordon Lightfoot's portrait study captures a young girl lost in thought. Her pensive gaze hints at hidden depths within her soul where untold stories may reside - perhaps ones filled with personal anguish or longing. Giulio Sanuto's engraved depiction of Tantalus reflects eternal torment. Forever reaching for unattainable desires just out of reach serves as a metaphor for perpetual suffering and frustration endured by mankind. In Richard Coeur de Lion’s wife Berengaria’s alarmed expression captured in oil on canvas from 1850, we see profound distress over her husband's safety, showcasing the anguish of love and fear for a cherished partner.