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Young Hobbinol and Ganderetta, c. 1788 (oil on canvas)
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Young Hobbinol and Ganderetta, c. 1788 (oil on canvas)
HEH416438 Young Hobbinol and Ganderetta, c.1788 (oil on canvas) by Gainsborough, Thomas (1727-88); 125.2x101 cm; Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens, San Marino, CA, USA; eHuntington Art Collections; eHuntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22675478
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Capturing the essence of rural poverty and resilience, Thomas Gainsborough's 'Young Hobbinol and Ganderetta' transports us to a bygone era. Painted in 1788, this oil on canvas masterpiece depicts two young children amidst a desolate landscape, their disheveled appearance telling a tale of hardship and struggle. Hobbinol, a young boy with tattered clothes, stands tall beside his faithful companion Ganderetta - an endearing cat who provides him solace in these trying times. The girl seated next to them gazes into the distance with hunger evident in her eyes as she clutches onto a meager bowl and spoon. In this poignant scene, we witness the stark realities faced by those living in impoverished conditions. Their surroundings reflect the harshness of life outside urban comforts – dilapidated huts against an unforgiving countryside backdrop. Yet amidst their destitution, there is an undeniable sense of strength and determination. These resilient urchins find solace even in their meager meal outdoors. They remind us that even when faced with adversity, the human spirit can persevere. Displayed at the Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens in San Marino, California; this painting serves as a timeless reminder of our shared humanity across centuries. It encapsulates both the struggles endured by those less fortunate and our capacity for compassion towards fellow beings.
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