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Chowles the coffin maker and Judith Malmayns the plague nurse, dying with their stolen
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Chowles the coffin maker and Judith Malmayns the plague nurse, dying with their stolen
Chowles the coffin maker and Judith Malmayns the plague nurse, dying with their stolen treasure as they are overcome by smoke and molten lead from the burning Old Saint Paul s. Illustration by John Franklin (active 1800-1861) for William Harrison Ainsworth Old Saint Paul s, London 1855 (first published 1841). Engraving
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1800 1861 1841 1855 Active Ainsworth Burning Coffin Dying Franklin Harrison John Judith Lead Literature Maker Molten Nurse Paul Plague Published Saint Smoke Treasure William Chowles Overcome Stolen
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In this engraving by John Franklin, we are transported back to the haunting streets of London in 1666. The scene depicts Chowles the coffin maker and Judith Malmayns, a courageous plague nurse, as they meet their tragic fate amidst chaos and destruction. As smoke billows from the burning Old Saint Paul's Cathedral, our eyes are drawn to Chowles and Judith clutching onto their stolen treasure. Their faces tell a story of desperation and despair as they realize that their ill-gotten gains cannot save them from the impending doom. The molten lead raining down upon them symbolizes not only the physical dangers surrounding them but also serves as a metaphor for their moral decay. Despite being involved in nefarious activities, there is an undeniable sense of tragedy in witnessing these two individuals succumb to such a gruesome end. This illustration is taken from William Harrison Ainsworth's novel "Old Saint Paul's" first published in 1841. Through his vivid descriptions and intricate storytelling, Ainsworth brings to life the dark underbelly of London during this tumultuous period. Franklin's skillful engraving captures both the horror and allure of this historical moment. It serves as a reminder that even amidst devastation, human stories continue to unfold – tales of greed, sacrifice, and ultimately redemption or demise.
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