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The Beacon (engraving)
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The Beacon (engraving)
1103354 The Beacon (engraving) by Absolon, John (1815-95); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Beacon. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 18 June 1864.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23049726
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Beacon Despair Desperation Distress Distressed Flares Misery Torches Wretch
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In this engraving titled "The Beacon" created by John Absolon in 1864, we are transported to a scene of distress and desperation. The image showcases a group of women holding torches and flares, their faces etched with misery as they gather around a towering beacon. With the darkened sky serving as a backdrop, the intensity of their emotions is palpable. Absolon's meticulous attention to detail allows us to feel the wretchedness that permeates through these women. Their disheveled appearances and anguished expressions evoke empathy from viewers, drawing them into the narrative of despair unfolding before their eyes. "The Beacon" serves as an illustration for The Illustrated London News, shedding light on an unknown tale of hardship and suffering. It symbolizes not only physical distress but also emotional turmoil experienced by those who find themselves in desperate circumstances. As we gaze upon this print from Fine Art Finder's collection, we cannot help but be moved by the sheer vulnerability captured within it. It reminds us that even amidst darkness and hopelessness, there is always a glimmer of resilience waiting to be ignited – just like the beacon itself. This powerful artwork stands as a testament to humanity's ability to endure against all odds while urging us never to turn away from those in need.
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