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Getting the wool ready (colour litho)
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Getting the wool ready (colour litho)
7185219 Getting the wool ready (colour litho) by Appleton, Honor Charlotte (1879-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: Getting the wool ready. Illustration from Lots of Pictures (Blackie & Son Limited, London and Glasgow, c1935).); © Look and Learn
Media ID 25181104
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Getting the Wool Ready - A Delicate Dance of Concentration
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. In this 20th-century lithograph, titled "Getting the Wool Ready" artist Honor Charlotte Appleton invites us into a charming scene of childhood innocence and creativity. The illustration, originally featured in Lots of Pictures published by Blackie & Son Limited in London and Glasgow around 1935, captures a young girl engrossed in her task. Seated on an upholstered chair, the child delicately holds a ball of white wool while skillfully knitting away. Her focused expression reveals the concentration required to master this intricate craft. Surrounded by vibrant colors that adorn both her surroundings and her own attire, she immerses herself completely in her work. The artwork transports us back to a time when parlour games were cherished pastimes for children. Through Appleton's meticulous attention to detail, we can almost feel the texture of the fabric beneath our fingertips and hear the gentle click-clack sound as each stitch is formed. This chromolithograph print beautifully encapsulates not only a moment frozen in time but also highlights the importance of patience and dedication needed to create something beautiful with one's own hands. It serves as a reminder that even amidst modern distractions, there is still value in engaging with traditional crafts that have stood the test of time. With its timeless appeal and nostalgic charm, "Getting the Wool Ready" continues to captivate viewers today just as it did when it was first created over eight decades ago.
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