An Accident, 1879 (oil on canvas)

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An Accident, 1879 (oil on canvas)

WLT207161 An Accident, 1879 (oil on canvas) by Dagnan-Bouveret, Pascal Adolphe Jean (1852-1929); 90.7x130.8 cm; Walters Art Museum, Baltimore, USA; French, out of copyright

Media ID 18252845

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This print titled "An Accident, 1879" by Pascal Adolphe Jean Dagnan-Bouveret depicts a poignant scene that transports us back to the late 19th century. The oil on canvas artwork measures 90.7x130.8 cm and is housed in the prestigious Walters Art Museum in Baltimore, USA. In this powerful image, we witness a heart-wrenching moment of vulnerability and despair. A shoeless boy with an ashen complexion sits in a modest kitchen, his hand injured and bleeding. With determination etched on his face, he carefully bandages his wound while being observed by a concerned doctor. The painting masterfully captures the harsh realities of poverty and hardship during this era. Every brushstroke emphasizes the boy's destitution - from his tattered clothing to the worn-out surroundings. Through this portrayal, Dagnan-Bouveret sheds light on societal issues that were prevalent at the time. As viewers, we are drawn into this intimate scene that evokes empathy for those who suffer silently due to their circumstances. The artist's attention to detail allows us to feel every emotion conveyed through the boy's eyes and body language. "An Accident" serves as a timeless reminder of our shared humanity and compels us to reflect upon social inequalities that persist today despite progress made over centuries past.

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