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Station House Lodgers, published in Harpers Weekly, 1874 (engraving)
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Station House Lodgers, published in Harpers Weekly, 1874 (engraving)
XJF1127510 Station House Lodgers, published in Harpers Weekly, 1874 (engraving) by Homer, Winslow (1836-1910) (after); Private Collection; American, out of copyright
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Cell Criminal Destitute Homeless Lodger Police Policeman Prison Vagabond Prisoner
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This engraving, titled "Station House Lodgers" takes us back to the year 1874, as captured by the talented artist Winslow Homer. Published in Harper's Weekly, this thought-provoking image transports us into a dimly lit room within a police station. The scene is filled with an array of emotions and stories waiting to be unraveled. The focus of the print lies on a group of men who find themselves in dire circumstances - vagabonds, destitute and homeless individuals seeking refuge for the night. Their weary bodies lie scattered across the floor, finding solace in sleep amidst their troubled lives. Among them stands a policeman, his presence both authoritative and compassionate. Homer's attention to detail allows us to glimpse into each character's life; their wrinkled clothes revealing years of hardship and poverty. Behind iron bars lies another figure - perhaps a prisoner or criminal awaiting justice. This powerful artwork serves as a reminder of society's forgotten souls who have fallen through the cracks - those whose struggles are often overlooked or dismissed. It prompts reflection on our own role in addressing issues such as poverty and homelessness that persist today. As we gaze upon this historical masterpiece from our private collection, let it serve as an invitation to empathy and understanding towards those less fortunate than ourselves – reminding us that compassion knows no boundaries nor time periods.
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