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A boy telling a girl she must pay a toll to cross the bridge he is standing on (chromolitho)
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A boy telling a girl she must pay a toll to cross the bridge he is standing on (chromolitho)
5217608 A boy telling a girl she must pay a toll to cross the bridge he is standing on (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A boy telling a girl she must pay a toll to cross the bridge he is standing on. Illustration from The Prize for Girls and Boys (Wells Gardner, Darton and Co, London, August 1897.).); © Look and Learn
Media ID 22764384
© Look and Learn / Bridgeman Images
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This charming chromolitho print captures a playful scene from the 19th century countryside. In this delightful image, a young boy stands proudly on a bridge, demanding toll payment from a girl who wishes to cross. The boy's sailor suit and the girl's summer dress evoke the Victorian era, adding an air of nostalgia to the picture. The children are surrounded by lush greenery and natural beauty, emphasizing their carefree playtime in nature. The basket of fruit they carry suggests that they may be enjoying a picnic or gathering supplies for an adventure. Their friendship is evident as they engage in this imaginative game together. This illustration originally appeared in "The Prize for Girls and Boys" published in London in August 1897. It showcases not only childhood innocence but also highlights themes of negotiation, passage, and responsibility. Through its vibrant colors and attention to detail, this print invites us into a world where bridges become more than mere physical structures; they become symbols of connection between people. As we admire this artwork today, it serves as a reminder of simpler times when children found joy in simple games outdoors. Captured with artistic finesse by an unknown English School artist from the 19th century, this print offers us glimpses into both historical British culture and universal aspects of childhood imagination and friendship.
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