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Leonard Holt conveying the Packet to the Grocer (engraving)
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Leonard Holt conveying the Packet to the Grocer (engraving)
725518 Leonard Holt conveying the Packet to the Grocer (engraving) by Franklin, John (c.1800-c.1868); Private Collection; (add.info.: Leonard Holt conveying the Packet to the Grocer. Illustration for Old Saint Pauls by William Harrison Ainsworth (George Routledge, c 1890).); © Look and Learn
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This print titled "Leonard Holt conveying the Packet to the Grocer" depicts a scene from William Harrison Ainsworth's novel, Old Saint Pauls. Created by John Franklin in the 19th century, this engraving showcases a historical moment during the bubonic plague epidemic in London. The image portrays Leonard Holt, a central character in Ainsworth's book, delivering a packet to a grocer amidst the chaos and devastation caused by the plague. The streets of old Saint Paul are filled with buildings engulfed in flames and corpses lying on the ground. This haunting illustration serves as a reminder of the grim reality faced by Londoners during this dark period. The artist skillfully captures both the architectural details of Saint Paul's Cathedral and the despair that permeated through society at that time. The pulley system used by Holt to transport goods over rooftops adds an intriguing element to this already dramatic composition. Through this engraving, we are transported back to 1666 when Europe was grappling with one of its most devastating pandemics. It is not only an artistic representation but also serves as a historical document shedding light on how diseases like bubonic plague impacted communities and shaped their lives. This powerful image reminds us of our collective vulnerability against infectious diseases throughout history while also highlighting humanity's resilience in times of crisis.
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