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The Unfortunate Discovery, from Fashionable Bores, or Coolers in High Life
STC204386 The Unfortunate Discovery, from Fashionable Bores, or Coolers in High Life, by Peter Quiz, published 1824 (hand coloured aquatint) by Egerton, Daniel Thomas (c.1800-42); Private Collection; (add.info.: unmarried couple thrown onto street by landlady; ); The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23256158
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Beggars Belongings Birdcage Disgrace Hat Box Homeless Humiliation Immoral Luggage Regency Snobbery Unmarried Social Behaviour
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The Unfortunate Discovery - A Glimpse into the Harsh Realities of Georgian Society
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. This photo print, titled "The Unfortunate Discovery" offers a poignant glimpse into the social dynamics and moral judgments prevalent in Georgian society. Created by Peter Quiz and published in 1824, this hand-colored aquatint portrays an unsettling scene that unfolds on a bustling street. In this heart-wrenching image, we witness an unmarried couple being forcibly ejected from their lodgings by a stern landlady. Their belongings are strewn about haphazardly as they find themselves cast out onto the unforgiving streets. The woman clings to her birdcage while clutching onto a hat box, symbols of her cherished possessions now tainted with disgrace. The engraving captures the essence of societal snobbery and moral condemnation faced by those who dared to defy conventional norms during this era. The carriage passing by serves as a stark reminder of their sudden homelessness and humiliation. Through its intricate details and masterful composition, this artwork sheds light on the struggles faced by individuals deemed immoral or unconventional within Regency England. It invites us to reflect upon our own notions of morality, empathy, and compassion for those who have fallen victim to societal judgment. As we gaze upon "The Unfortunate Discovery" let us remember that behind every face lies a story untold – one that deserves understanding rather than scorn or indifference.
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