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The Departure (Second Class), pub. 1857. Creator: Abraham Solomon (1824 - 1862) after
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The Departure (Second Class), pub. 1857. Creator: Abraham Solomon (1824 - 1862) after
The Departure (Second Class), pub. 1857 (coloured engraving)
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Media ID 18269834
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Bonnet Carriage Coloured Engraving Compartment Luggage Passenger Passengers Public Transport Train Travelling Widow Historica Graphica Collection Lower Classes
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This print titled "The Departure (Second Class)" takes us back to the Victorian era, specifically to the year 1857. Created by Abraham Solomon, a talented artist of that time, this image beautifully captures a farewell scene at a train station. The print is actually based on a colored engraving also done by Solomon. In this historical snapshot, we see an interior view of a second-class carriage compartment filled with passengers from different walks of life. A widow and her young son stand near their luggage as they bid farewell to their loved ones through the window. The mother's face reveals both sadness and determination as she prepares for her journey. Solomon's attention to detail is evident in every aspect of this illustration - from the intricate bonnet worn by one passenger to the emotions portrayed on each character's face. This artwork not only showcases Victorian fashion but also provides insight into social classes during that period. "The Departure (Second Class)" transports us back in time, allowing us to imagine what it was like for families saying goodbye before embarking on travels via public transport. It serves as a reminder of how far we have come in terms of transportation and societal norms while highlighting the universal experience of bidding farewell to loved ones before embarking on new journeys.
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