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Feeding Hungry Feeding hungry Italian environment
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Feeding Hungry Feeding hungry Italian environment
Feeding the Hungry Feeding the hungry, Feeding the hungry. In an Italian environment, a group of hungry people get to eat at the steps of a church, in the middle a standing beggar with a cane. feeding the hungry, esuriens cibatur, one of the (seven) Acts of Mercy, Michael Sweerts, 1646 - 1649, canvas, oil paint (paint), h 75 cm × w 99 cm
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Media ID 19555572
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This print from the Liszt Collection captures a powerful scene of compassion and humanity in an Italian environment. In the image, we see a group of hungry individuals gathered at the steps of a beautiful church, eagerly awaiting their meal. The setting exudes both desperation and hope as these people find solace in this act of kindness. At the center of the frame stands a beggar with a cane, symbolizing not only his own hunger but also representing those who are marginalized and forgotten by society. His presence serves as a reminder that anyone can fall on hard times and be in need of assistance. The artist, Michael Sweerts, skillfully portrays this poignant moment using canvas and oil paint. Through his brushstrokes, he captures every detail - from the expressions on each person's face to the texture of their clothing - evoking empathy within viewers. Feeding the hungry is one of seven Acts of Mercy depicted here, reminding us all about our responsibility to help those less fortunate. This timeless artwork speaks volumes about our shared humanity and challenges us to reflect upon how we can make a difference in alleviating hunger around us.
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