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Antique Framed Print : A Cretin of Aosta, c. 1870 (wood engraving)
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A Cretin of Aosta, c. 1870 (wood engraving)
XJF872700 A Cretin of Aosta, c.1870 (wood engraving) by Whymper, Edward (1840-1911); Private Collection; (add.info.: Proof illustration to Edward Whympers Scrambles Amongst the Alps in the Years 1860-69 (London: 1871, p.300). Wood-engraving on thin paper); English, out of copyright
Media ID 12941572
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Beggar Begging Disabled Handicapped Rags Stick Deficient Mentally Physically Thyroid
21"x16" (54x41cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 15x10 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 21x16 inches (54x41cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 23.9cm x 37.1cm (9.4" x 14.6")
Estimated Product Size is 41.4cm x 54cm (16.3" x 21.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print titled "A Cretin of Aosta, c. 1870" by Edward Whymper takes us back in time to witness the life of a marginalized individual. The wood engraving showcases a man standing on a street corner, his physical and mental disabilities evident. Clad in tattered rags, he leans on a stick for support while holding out a cup, symbolizing his reliance on begging as means of survival. The image evokes both sympathy and curiosity as we contemplate the challenges faced by this nameless figure. His thyroid deficiency is likely responsible for his stunted growth and cognitive impairments, rendering him unable to fully participate in society. Despite these limitations, he perseveres with dignity amidst adversity. Whymper's illustration serves as proof for his book "Scrambles Amongst the Alps" published in 1871. This particular wood-engraving captures an authentic moment from Whymper's travels through Europe during the 1860s. As we gaze upon this poignant portrayal of disability and poverty, let us reflect on our own attitudes towards those who are physically or mentally handicapped. May it remind us to extend compassion and support to all individuals facing similar challenges today.
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