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The rag merchants home, Coulston Street, Whitechapel
3779053 The rag merchants home, Coulston Street, Whitechapel by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); (add.info.: The rag merchants home, Coulston Street, Whitechapel - Victorian London poverty. Engraving by Gustave Dore, from London, a Pilgrimage, by Gustave Dore and Blanchard Jerrold, 1872.
Engraving by Gustave Dore, from London, a Pilgrimage, by Gustave Dore and Blanchard Jerrold, 1872. P 144); Lebrecht History
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The Rag Merchant's Home - A Glimpse into Victorian London Poverty
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. This photo print, titled "The Rag Merchant's Home, Coulston Street, Whitechapel" offers a poignant glimpse into the harsh realities of poverty in nineteenth-century London. Created by the talented artist Gustave Dore in 1872 as part of his renowned work "London, a Pilgrimage" this engraving beautifully captures the social history and welfare struggles of that era. In this evocative image, we are transported to a humble dwelling situated amidst the bustling streets of Whitechapel. The rag merchant's home stands as a symbol of destitution and hardship faced by countless individuals during this time. Second-hand clothes hang from lines outside the dilapidated building, highlighting their meager means of survival. Dore masterfully portrays the desolation and despair through intricate details such as worn-out facades and somber expressions on passersby. This artwork serves as an important reminder of how poverty permeated every aspect of life for many residents in nineteenth-century Britain. As we contemplate this historical masterpiece, let us not forget the resilience and strength exhibited by those who endured such challenging circumstances. Through art like Dore's engraving, we gain insight into their daily struggles while also recognizing our collective responsibility to address issues surrounding homelessness and poverty today. This print is more than just an artistic representation; it is a testament to human resilience and serves as a call for compassion towards those facing adversity both then and now.
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