It is Cholera to Blame

"It is Cholera to Blame" is a compelling genre painting that depicts the devastating impact of the third cholera pandemic, which ravaged nations from 1846 to 1860. Rendered in a delicate watercolor on paper, the artwork captures the human suffering and societal chaos caused by the epidemic, which likely began as early as 1837. Inspired by Realism, the scene emphasizes the stark realities faced during this crisis, highlighting the widespread fatalities across Russia, Britain, and beyond, and underscoring the pandemic’s profound historical significance.