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The factionary of the office of the place, rifle leans against the wall
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The factionary of the office of the place, rifle leans against the wall
LSE4332093 The factionary of the office of the place, rifle leans against the wall, devouring a piece of sugar cane, etched by T.Wust, to illustrate the story La republique d Haiti, by Edgar La Selve, professor of rhetoric in Port au Prince, in 1871, published in the tour du monde, under the direction of Edouard Charton, 1879, Paris. Selva Collection. by Wust, Theodore (fl.c.1860-1901); Private Collection; (add.info.: The factionary of the office of the place, rifle leans against the wall, devouring a piece of sugar cane, etched by T.Wust, to illustrate the story La republique d Haiti, by Edgar La Selve, professor of rhetoric in Port au Prince, in 1871, published in the tour du monde, under the direction of Edouard Charton, 1879, Paris. Selva Collection.); Photo eLeonard de Selva; American, out of copyright
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This print titled "The factionary of the office of the place, rifle leans against the wall" takes us back to 1871 Haiti. The image, etched by T. Wust and part of the Selva Collection, was originally created to illustrate Edgar La Selve's story "La republique d'Haiti". The protagonist in this scene is a military officer who stands in an office, his rifle casually leaning against the wall beside him. What makes this photograph intriguing is that amidst his duties, this soldier finds solace in devouring a piece of sugar cane. As he indulges in this sweet treat, we catch a glimpse into his humanity and perhaps even witness a momentary escape from the harsh realities of war. The engraving skillfully captures both the physical details and emotional depth of its subject. It transports us to Port au Prince during an era when Haiti was striving for independence and stability. Through Theodore Wust's artistry, we are reminded not only of historical events but also how simple pleasures like sugarcane can provide comfort amidst chaos. Published in 1879 under Edouard Charton's direction as part of "Le Tour du Monde" this image serves as a powerful testament to Haiti's rich cultural heritage. Leonard de Selva has beautifully preserved this piece through photography, allowing us to appreciate its significance today.
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