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The Distress in Russia, a Soup Kitchen at St Petersburg (engraving)
1037593 The Distress in Russia, a Soup Kitchen at St Petersburg (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Distress in Russia, a Soup Kitchen at St Petersburg. Illustration for The Graphic, 22 January 1881.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23560824
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Charity Despair Desperation Distress Distressed Misery Soup Kitchen St Petersburg Wretch
20x30 inch Poster Print
Bring history to life with our exquisite poster prints from Media Storehouse, featuring the poignant engraving "The Distress in Russia, a Soup Kitchen at St Petersburg" by the English School from the 19th century. This powerful image, taken from Bridgeman Images at Fine Art Finder, captures the essence of compassion and resilience during a challenging time in history. Hang this beautiful print in your home or office as a reminder of the human spirit and the importance of empathy. Add this timeless piece to your collection and start a conversation about the past.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 76.8cm x 51.4cm (30.2" x 20.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This powerful engraving captures the heart-wrenching scene of a soup kitchen in St Petersburg during a time of immense distress in Russia. Created by an English School artist in the 19th century, this print offers a glimpse into the harsh reality faced by many impoverished individuals. The image portrays a crowded and chaotic space, filled with desperate men, women, and children seeking relief from their misery. The faces depicted reveal anguish, despair, and desperation as they wait for their turn to receive sustenance. The artist's attention to detail highlights the wretched conditions these individuals endure daily. Charity workers can be seen tirelessly serving bowls of soup to those in need. Their efforts provide a glimmer of hope amidst the overwhelming poverty surrounding them. This depiction serves as a poignant reminder that even in times of great hardship, acts of kindness and compassion can make all the difference. The composition also hints at the wider context of distress in Russia during this period. With references to Asia and Asians present within the captioned keywords, it suggests that people from diverse backgrounds were affected by this crisis. Through its evocative imagery and historical significance, this engraving invites viewers to reflect on issues such as poverty, inequality, and social responsibility that persist across different societies throughout history.
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