A French Gentleman enquires after the health of an idiot
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A French Gentleman enquires after the health of an idiot
A smart French Gentleman enquires after the health of an obvious idiot. " Vat as been ze mattare? Zey tell me you af not ad ze good ealths?" " I dunno, but I think it must have been brain fever." Date: 1894
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Media ID 11575085
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
1894 Brain Chat Chats Chatting Conversation Daft Dull Enquiring Fever Fool Frenchman Health Idiot Overcoat Phil Slow Stupid Taking Unfortunate Wits Idiotic
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this intriguing 1894 photograph, a smartly dressed French gentleman inquires after the health of an obviously idiotic man. The scene unfolds on a dimly lit street, with the Frenchman's overcoat and top hat adding an air of sophistication and mystery to his appearance. The idiotic man, dressed in simple, worn clothing, looks up at his questioner with a dull expression and responds, "I dunno, but I think it must have been brain fever." The Frenchman, with a concerned look on his face, leans in closer to the unfortunate man, his hands on his chest as if to check for a pulse. The idiotic man's expression remains unchanged, his wits as slow as ever. The exchange between the two men appears to be a friendly one, with the Frenchman taking an interest in the well-being of his fellow man, despite the latter's idiocy. This photograph captures a moment in history, a snapshot of a conversation between two individuals from different walks of life. The idiotic man's condition may have been a source of amusement or frustration for some, but the Frenchman's compassionate inquiry shows that not all were dismissive of his plight. The image invites us to reflect on the complexities of human interaction and the importance of empathy and understanding, even towards those who may seem foolish or unfortunate.
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