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The Blind Beggar and his Grand-Daughter (oil on canvas)
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The Blind Beggar and his Grand-Daughter (oil on canvas)
BWM160867 The Blind Beggar and his Grand-Daughter (oil on canvas) by Russell, John (1745-1806); 90.6x70.3 cm; The Bowes Museum, Barnard Castle, County Durham, UK; eBowes Museum; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23225898
© Bowes Museum / Bridgeman Images
Beggars Begging Contrast Granddaughter Old Man Sadness
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This print captures the poignant scene of "The Blind Beggar and his Grand-Daughter" painted by John Russell. The oil on canvas artwork, measuring 90.6x70.3 cm, is housed in The Bowes Museum located in Barnard Castle, County Durham, UK. In this painting, we witness a stark contrast between youth and old age, beauty and poverty. The elderly blind man sits with a long white beard while his young granddaughter stands beside him wearing a simple bonnet. Their expressions convey deep sadness as they find themselves trapped in the harsh reality of their destitute existence. The artist skillfully portrays the vulnerability of these beggars through their posture and gestures. With closed eyes and hands clasped together in prayer, the old man seeks solace from above amidst their dire circumstances. Meanwhile, the girl's downcast gaze reflects her resignation to a life filled with hardships beyond her control. Through this masterpiece, Russell invites us to contemplate themes of compassion and empathy towards those less fortunate than ourselves. He reminds us that even within despair there can be moments of profound beauty – captured here by the tender bond between generations despite their shared adversity. As we observe this painting print from Fine Art Finder by Bridgeman Images, let it serve as a reminder to appreciate our own blessings while inspiring us to extend kindness towards others who may be silently suffering around us
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