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Boy eating a crust of bread (chromolitho)
1093441 Boy eating a crust of bread (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Boy eating a crust of bread. French educational card, late 19th or early 20th century.); © Look and Learn
Media ID 22204250
© Look and Learn / Bridgeman Images
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Greetings Card (A5)
Add a touch of nostalgia to your mail with our exquisite selection from the Media Storehouse range of greeting cards. This charming chromolitho print, titled "Boy eating a crust of bread," hails from the French School of the 19th century. The private collection piece showcases a young boy intently focused on savoring every bite of his humble crust, transporting the viewer back in time. Perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, or just to brighten someone's day, this beautifully detailed and evocative card is a must-have for your collection.
Create your own greetings card. Size when folded is A5 (14.5x21cm or 5.7x8.3 inches)
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 14.5cm x 21cm (5.7" x 8.3")
Estimated Product Size is 29cm x 21cm (11.4" x 8.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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In this chromolitho print titled "Boy eating a crust of bread" we are transported to the late 19th or early 20th century, where we witness a poignant scene of poverty and hunger. The French School artist skillfully captures the essence of childhood struggle through the image of a young boy devouring a meager crust of bread. With his tattered clothes and unkempt appearance, the boy epitomizes destitution. His eyes reflect both desperation and resilience as he clings onto his only source of sustenance. This educational card serves as a stark reminder that not all children have access to an abundant food supply. The composition evokes empathy from viewers, highlighting the harsh realities faced by many during this era. It prompts us to contemplate our own privilege while reminding us that hunger knows no boundaries. Through this artwork, we glimpse into the world of child poverty - a world where basic necessities like food become luxuries. The innocence in his face contrasts sharply with his circumstances, emphasizing society's failure to protect its most vulnerable members. As we gaze upon this powerful image, let it serve as an inspiration for compassion and action. May it ignite within us a desire to address issues such as hunger and inequality so that no child has to endure such hardships again.
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