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A Hard Word
OLD37270 A Hard Word by Henderson, W.S.P. (fl.1836-74); 16.5x12.1 cm; Gallery Oldham, UK; eGallery Oldham; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23345544
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Dickens Grandaughter Grandfather Grandmother Iron Kettle Mantelpiece Old Man Old Woman Teacup Teapot Pendulum Clock Windsor Chair
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captures a poignant moment frozen in time, as depicted by W. S. P. Henderson's skilled brushstrokes. This 16.5x12.1 cm print, housed at Gallery Oldham in the UK, transports us to a Victorian-era living room adorned with cherished heirlooms and furniture. In this scene, we witness an intimate exchange between a young girl and her grandfather. The old man sits comfortably on a wing armchair beside the mantelpiece, where an elegant pendulum clock keeps time silently ticking away. The girl leans in attentively, engrossed in their conversation while clutching onto an iron kettle. The room exudes warmth and nostalgia; it is filled with objects that tell stories of days gone by. A teapot and teacup sit atop a wooden table nearby, hinting at shared moments over steaming cups of tea. An open newspaper lies forgotten on the Windsor chair beside them. As we observe this touching interaction between generations, we can almost hear the echoes of Charles Dickens' novels filling the air – tales that both captivated and reflected society during this c19th era. Through Bridgeman Images' masterful reproduction of "A Hard Word" viewers are invited to step into this timeless scene and feel the weight of history mingling with love and familial bonds across generations.
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