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The rag-pickers of Paris (colour litho)
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The rag-pickers of Paris (colour litho)
2818320 The rag-pickers of Paris (colour litho) by Meyer, Henri (1841-99) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The rag-pickers of Paris. Les chiffonniers de Paris. Illustration for Le Petit Journal, 27 August 1892.); © Look and Learn
Media ID 22705608
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Chiffonier Collecting Gathering Moonlight Rags Slums Street Trader Street Trading Wokrker Working Class Laborer Labourer Rag Picker Ragpicker Tradesman Tradesmen
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The Rag-Pickers of Paris - A Glimpse into the Nightly Struggles of the Working Class
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. This photo print, titled "The Rag-Pickers of Paris" offers a poignant depiction of life in 19th-century France. Illuminated by the soft glow of moonlight, we are transported to the dimly lit streets where these resilient workers toil tirelessly. In this scene, captured by Henri Meyer and reproduced as a colour lithograph, we witness the arduous task undertaken by chiffonniers - street traders who scavenge for discarded rags amidst the slums of Paris. The image was originally published in Le Petit Journal on August 27,1892. With their tattered clothes and weathered faces reflecting years of hardship, these rag pickers embody both poverty and perseverance. They navigate through narrow alleyways and cluttered corners, meticulously gathering every scrap they can find. Their tireless efforts serve as a testament to their determination to survive against all odds. This snapshot from French history not only sheds light on the working class but also highlights societal issues such as poverty and inequality prevalent during that era. It serves as a reminder that even in times when darkness engulfs society's most vulnerable members, there is still beauty to be found within their resilience. As we gaze upon this evocative image from Bridgeman Images' private collection, let us reflect on how far our societies have come since then while acknowledging that there is still much work to
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