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A priest and a woman of the people, dressed in rags; the professional Spanish beggars
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A priest and a woman of the people, dressed in rags; the professional Spanish beggars
LSE4326331 A priest and a woman of the people, dressed in rags; the professional Spanish beggars settled on the courts of the churches to exploit the Christian charity skillfully. Sketch taken on the live by Gustave Dore (1832-1883). Engraving to illustrate the voyage in Spain, in 1862 by Charles Davillier and Gustave Dore, in " Le tour du monde, nouveau journal des voyages" published under the direction of Edouard Charton, 1867, Paris. Selva Collection. by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); Private Collection; (add.info.: A priest and a woman of the people, dressed in rags; the professional Spanish beggars settled on the courts of the churches to exploit the Christian charity skillfully. Sketch taken on the live by Gustave Dore (1832-1883). Engraving to illustrate the voyage in Spain, in 1862 by Charles Davillier and Gustave Dore, in " Le tour du monde, nouveau journal des voyages" published under the direction of Edouard Charton, 1867, Paris. Selva Collection.); Photo eLeonard de Selva; French, out of copyright
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Beggar Charity Oldness Pauper Catholic Religion Old Man
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This print captures a poignant scene from 19th-century Spain. In the image, a priest and a woman of the people stand side by side, both dressed in tattered rags. These individuals are not ordinary beggars; they are professional Spanish beggars who have strategically positioned themselves on the courts of churches to exploit Christian charity. The sketch, taken live by Gustave Dore in 1862, beautifully illustrates the harsh reality faced by these skilled manipulators. The engraving was created as part of an endeavor to document a voyage through Spain undertaken by Charles Davillier and Gustave Dore for "Le tour du monde" a renowned journal of travels published under Edouard Charton's direction. Davillier and Dore sought to shed light on various aspects of Spanish society during their journey, including this particular facet that highlights how some individuals took advantage of religious institutions' generosity. The contrast between the priest's pious presence and the destitute appearance of the woman emphasizes this exploitation. This evocative photograph is now part of Leonard de Selva's private collection, serving as an enduring reminder of societal dynamics prevalent at that time. It offers viewers an opportunity to reflect on themes such as poverty, religion, and human resilience while appreciating Gustave Dore's artistic talent in capturing such raw emotions through his sketches.
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