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Londoners fleeing into the countryside to escape from the Plague in 1630. Woodcut from a contemporary English broadside
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Londoners fleeing into the countryside to escape from the Plague in 1630. Woodcut from a contemporary English broadside
PLAGUE OF LONDON, 1630.
Londoners fleeing into the countryside to escape from the Plague in 1630. Woodcut from a contemporary English broadside
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1630 Allegory Carriage Country Death Epidemic Escape Grim Reaper Handbill Illness Infection London Medicine Personification Plague Skeleton Victim
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This woodcut from a 1630 English broadside depicts the harrowing scene of Londoners desperately fleeing into the countryside to escape the deadly clutches of the Plague. In this haunting image, we witness an eerie allegory unfold before our eyes. The skeletal figure of Death, personified as the Grim Reaper himself, looms ominously in the background. His presence serves as a chilling reminder of the imminent danger that lurks within London's walls. Men and women alike scramble for their lives, abandoning their homes and loved ones in search of safety beyond city limits. Amidst this chaotic exodus, a horse-drawn carriage carries those fortunate enough to afford such means of escape. The desperation etched on each face tells stories of illness and despair, while others are left behind as victims to this merciless epidemic. This woodcut captures not only a historical moment but also reflects early attempts at understanding medicine and infection during times when plagues ravaged communities. It serves as both a visual record and an allegorical representation of human vulnerability in the face of nature's wrath. As we gaze upon this print today, it reminds us how far we have come in our fight against infectious diseases while serving as a poignant reminder that even amidst modern advancements, humanity remains susceptible to unseen threats lurking just beyond our grasp.
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