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Grave of Bessy Bell and Mary Gray, near Perth, 1840. Artist: C J Smith
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Grave of Bessy Bell and Mary Gray, near Perth, 1840. Artist: C J Smith
Grave of Bessy Bell and Mary Gray, near Perth, 1840. According to a ballad, in 1666 Betsy and Mary built themselves a bower to avoid catching the plague. A lad brought them food but caught the plague and gave it to them, and all three died. Illustration from Historical and Literary Curiosities consisting of Fac-similies of Original Documents, by Charles John Smith, (Henry G Bohn, London, 1840)
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This print, titled "Grave of Bessy Bell and Mary Gray, near Perth, 1840" takes us back to a haunting tale from the 17th century. The artist, C J Smith, beautifully captures the essence of this tragic story through his detailed illustration. According to an old ballad, during the devastating plague outbreak in 1666, Bessy Bell and Mary Gray sought refuge by building themselves a bower near Perth. Their intention was to avoid catching the deadly disease that ravaged their country. However, fate had other plans for them. In a heart-wrenching twist of events depicted in this artwork, a young lad brought food to these two women but unknowingly carried the plague himself. Tragically, he passed on the disease to both Bessy and Mary when delivering his kind gesture. All three souls succumbed to its merciless grip. Smith's attention to detail transports us into this historical moment as we gaze upon the serene landscape surrounding their final resting place. The monochrome palette adds depth and emotion while emphasizing the somber atmosphere of death and loss. This print serves as a poignant reminder of how diseases can shape lives throughout history. It also pays homage to Bessy Bell and Mary Gray's courage in seeking solace amidst chaos—a testament that resonates even today with our own struggles against adversity.
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