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Death by the Roadside, plate 16 from The Miseries and Misfortunes of War
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Death by the Roadside, plate 16 from The Miseries and Misfortunes of War
XIR172409 Death by the Roadside, plate 16 from The Miseries and Misfortunes of War, engraved by Israel Henriet (c.1590-1661) 1633 (engraving) (b/w photo) by Callot, Jacques (1592-1635) (after); Grosjean Collection, Paris, France; (add.info.: Les mourants sur le bord des routes; Les Miseres et les Malheurs de la Guerre ; ); French, out of copyright
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Beggar Beggars Begging Despair French Propaganda Invalid Invalids Last Rites Misery Misfortune Pain Thirty Years War Victim Victims Wounded
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The somber image captured in "Death by the Roadside, plate 16 from The Miseries and Misfortunes of War" depicts a scene of profound despair amidst the chaos of war. Engraved by Israel Henriet in 1633, this photograph showcases the work of Jacques Callot, who sought to expose the harsh realities faced by soldiers and civilians during the Thirty Years' War. In this particular plate, we witness a heartbreaking tableau: wounded soldiers lie helplessly on the roadside, their bodies contorted in pain. A priest stands nearby, administering last rites to those whose lives are slipping away. Amongst them is an invalid beggar, his outstretched hand pleading for mercy as he too faces an uncertain fate. This print serves as a poignant reminder of the devastating toll that war takes on its victims. It exposes not only physical suffering but also emotional anguish - depicted through expressions of agony and despair etched onto each face. Through this artwork, Callot aims to convey both the misery and misfortune experienced by all those caught up in conflict. As we gaze upon this haunting image from centuries past, it compels us to reflect on our own humanity and consider how we can strive for peace instead of perpetuating violence. It serves as a powerful testament to the enduring impact that art can have in shedding light on society's darkest moments while urging us towards compassion and understanding.
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