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The London Beggar, Cries of London, (c1688?)
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The London Beggar, Cries of London, (c1688?)
The London Beggar. A woman and two children who are beggars. The woman leads one of the children, who is looking up at her beseechingly, by the hand. She carries the other, smaller child on her back. All three are dressed in old, ragged clothes, and the older child wears a large hat. From Cries of London, (c1688?)
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Beggar Beggars Beseeching Cries Of London Destitute Laroon Marcellus Marcellus Laroon Marcellus Laroon I Marcellus Lauron Misery Old Laroon Ragged Street Life Struggle
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This poignant print captures the harsh reality of 17th century London's street life. Titled "The London Beggar, Cries of London" this anonymous masterpiece portrays a destitute woman accompanied by two children who are trapped in the cycle of poverty. The woman leads one child with an expression of desperation on their face, while carrying another small child on her back. Clothed in tattered rags, these figures epitomize the misery and struggle faced by countless individuals during that era. The older child wears a large hat, perhaps to shield themselves from both the elements and the judgmental gazes of passersby. This image serves as a stark reminder of the immense hardships endured by those living on society's fringes. Captured through an etching technique, this monochrome artwork transports us back to a time when poverty was rampant in England's capital city. Preserved within Guildhall Library and Art Gallery, it stands as a testament to Marcellus Laroon I's talent for capturing raw human emotions. As we gaze upon this photograph print today, let us not forget that poverty has long plagued humanity. It serves as a powerful reminder to address social inequalities and strive for compassion towards those less fortunate than ourselves.
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