The friendless lad sat on the step thinking sadly of tomorrow (colour litho)

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The friendless lad sat on the step thinking sadly of tomorrow (colour litho)

8644935 The friendless lad sat on the step thinking sadly of tomorrow (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The friendless lad sat on the step thinking sadly of tomorrow. Illustration for "Bubbles" edited by Dr Barnardo (Vol 2, The Children's Bookroom, c 1895).); © Look and Learn

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Cold Temperature Coldness Destitution Distress Isolated Isolation Loneliness Lonely Misery Penury Poors Precariousness Solitude Wretch

EDITORS COMMENTS
The poignant image captures the heart-wrenching solitude of a friendless lad, sitting on the step with a look of deep sadness etched across his face. The young boy's contemplative gaze seems to be fixed on an uncertain tomorrow, filled with thoughts that weigh heavily on his tender shoulders. This 19th-century colour lithograph, part of "Bubbles" edited by Dr. Barnardo, portrays the harsh reality faced by many children during that era. The artist from the English School masterfully conveys the boy's sense of misery and destitution through subtle details like his downcast eyes and slouched posture. The cold color palette adds to the overall feeling of isolation and loneliness that permeates the scene. The viewer can almost feel the chill in the air as they empathize with this child who is left to navigate life's challenges all alone. As we reflect on this powerful image, we are reminded of the importance of compassion and support for those who may be struggling in silence. It serves as a timeless reminder that no child should ever have to endure such profound sorrow without a comforting hand to hold or a kind word to uplift their spirits.

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