Photographic Print : Water Babies / Tom / Sweep
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Water Babies / Tom / Sweep
Tom, the ragged chimney sweep at the cottage of the Irish woman
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Media ID 4320822
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10127473
1863 Babies Chimney Cottage Dirty Kingsley Ragged Sweep
14"x11" Photo Print
Bring the timeless charm of Victorian literature to your home with Media Storehouse's range of Photographic Prints featuring "Water Babies / Tom / Sweep" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image transports us back to the world of Thomas Hughes' classic novel, where Tom, the ragged chimney sweep, interacts with the magical water spirits. The intricate details and rich colors of this print make it an exquisite addition to any room, evoking a sense of nostalgia and wonder. Elevate your interior décor with this stunning piece of art that tells a story, while also serving as a conversation starter.
Photo prints are produced on Kodak professional photo paper resulting in timeless and breath-taking prints which are also ideal for framing. The colors produced are rich and vivid, with accurate blacks and pristine whites, resulting in prints that are truly timeless and magnificent. Whether you're looking to display your prints in your home, office, or gallery, our range of photographic prints are sure to impress. Dimensions refers to the size of the paper in inches.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 23.3cm x 35.5cm (9.2" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 27.9cm x 35.5cm (11" x 14")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures the moment of respite and tenderness between Tom, the ragged chimney sweep (played by Charles Hawtrey), and the Irish woman (Eliza O'Connor) from the classic children's novel "The Water-Babies, A Fairy Tale for a Land Baby" by Charles Kingsley, published in 1863. The scene takes place at the woman's humble cottage, where Tom, covered in grime from head to toe, is momentarily forgotten as he cradles a baby in his arms, surrounded by the warmth and beauty of the woman's home. The water babies, mischievous creatures who inhabit the river in the story, are believed to have brought Tom to the woman's cottage after he had been punished for disobeying his cruel master. The woman, with her kind heart and gentle touch, nurses Tom back to health and teaches him the value of compassion and love. This photograph, taken in the late 19th century, is a testament to the enduring power of literature to transport us to another world and remind us of the importance of human connection. The image is filled with contrasts – the dirt and grime of Tom's chimney-sweep life versus the cleanliness and warmth of the cottage, the harsh reality of poverty versus the softness of the woman's touch, and the harshness of the industrial world versus the beauty of nature. The flowers in the foreground add a touch of color and life to the otherwise drab and monochromatic scene, while the books on the table suggest the importance of education and knowledge in uplifting the human spirit. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the power of literature to transport us to another world and remind us of the beauty and tenderness that can be found even in the most unlikely of places.
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