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Lepers in Ethiopia, 1898 (coloured engraving)
CHT236343 Lepers in Ethiopia, 1898 (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright
Media ID 22664116
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Begging Homeless Homelessness Illness Leper Leprosy Outcast Sick Sickness Wolves Dying Unclean
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This coloured engraving from 1898, titled "Lepers in Ethiopia" offers a poignant glimpse into the lives of those afflicted with leprosy during the late 19th century. The image, created by an anonymous French artist and housed at Bibliotheque Nationale in Paris, France, captures the haunting reality faced by these outcasts. The print portrays a group of lepers huddled together on the streets of Ethiopia's Harrar region. Their faces bear the weight of suffering and isolation as they confront their unclean status within society. Homelessness becomes their unfortunate fate as they are shunned by others due to this infectious bacterial disease. In this scene, one cannot help but notice the presence of wolves lurking nearby. Symbolic of danger and vulnerability, these creatures serve as a reminder that life for these individuals is constantly under threat. With no means to support themselves other than begging for survival, their existence hangs precariously between life and death. Through intricate engravings and vivid colours, this artwork evokes empathy towards those marginalized by illness. It serves as both a historical record and a call to action against discrimination faced by people living with leprosy even today. As we reflect upon this powerful image captured over a century ago, it reminds us that compassion should transcend boundaries – reminding us to extend our hand towards those who suffer silently on society's fringes.
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