Orphelin Collection
In this poignant scene, a young girl, with a sorrowful expression on her face, delicately carries a tray of food into a dimly lit room
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In this poignant scene, a young girl, with a sorrowful expression on her face, delicately carries a tray of food into a dimly lit room. This touching moment is captured from the book "Afternoon Tea: Rhymes for Children" by Frederick Warne & Co. , an esteemed publisher based in London. The image evokes the theme of orphans - les orphelins - and their struggles in finding love and care. The engraving of the Arms of the Foundling Hospital reminds us of institutions dedicated to providing shelter and support for these vulnerable children. Similarly, the Catholic Mission Little Loretto in North America (Kentucky) stands as a testament to compassion and aid extended to those without families. The Female Guardian Society's Home for the Friendless on 29th Street, New York portrays another effort towards creating safe spaces for orphaned individuals during July 4 celebrations. It symbolizes hope amidst adversity. A fresco depicting "Marriage of the Foundlings" emphasizes how these institutions aimed not only at nurturing but also at fostering connections between fellow orphans who became family through shared experiences. Contrasting emotions are portrayed through Octave Tassaert's painting "Young Girl at the Cemetery. " Here we witness both grief and resilience as this young girl pays tribute to lost loved ones. Illustrations like "Oliver Asks for More, " from Character Sketches by Dickens', remind us that even literature has shed light on society's responsibility towards caring for orphaned children. Through artworks such as "Abandoned" (1903), artists have sought to raise awareness about neglected orphans who yearn for stability and affection within their lives. "The Sailors Orphans, or The Young Ladies' Subscription" demonstrates collective efforts made by communities to provide assistance specifically tailored towards seafarers' children left behind due to unfortunate circumstances beyond their control.