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Houseless and Hungry by Luke Fildes

A study entitled Houseless and Hungry by Luke Fildes depicting homeless paupers queuing outside the casual ward of a London workhouse. A policeman stands at the left of the scene

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1869 Casual Cold Fildes Homeless Homelessness Hungry L Aw Luke Paupers Poor Poverty Queue Queuing Ragged Shabby Study Tramp Tramps Vagrant Vagrants Ward Workhouse Workhouses 1860s Houseless


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Houseless and Hungry" is a powerful and poignant study by renowned Victorian artist Luke Fildes, capturing the harsh realities of poverty and homelessness in London during the late 1800s. The black-and-white photographic print depicts a long queue of paupers, huddled together outside the casual ward of a workhouse. Their ragged and shabby clothes, exposed to the cold and damp weather, are a testament to their desperate circumstances. At the left of the scene, a policeman stands sternly, keeping order in the chaotic scene. The workhouse, a symbol of the harsh and unforgiving welfare system of the time, looms ominously in the background. The title "Houseless and Hungry" underscores the desperate plight of these individuals, who were forced to queue for the meager relief offered by the workhouse. The image, created in 1869, is a stark reminder of the living conditions faced by the poor and homeless during the Victorian era. It highlights the stark contrast between the haves and the have-nots, and the inadequacy of the welfare system to address the root causes of poverty. The image also serves as a reminder of the importance of social welfare and housing policies, which have evolved significantly since the 1860s. Luke Fildes was a prominent British painter and etcher, known for his social commentary and realistic depictions of everyday life. "Houseless and Hungry" is one of his most famous works, and it continues to resonate with audiences today, serving as a reminder of the ongoing struggle against poverty and homelessness.

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