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Girl curtseying to a boy playing at being a king (coloured engraving)
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Girl curtseying to a boy playing at being a king (coloured engraving)
6014607 Girl curtseying to a boy playing at being a king (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Girl curtseying to a boy playing at being a king. Verse from George Crabbes poem The Village. Illustration from The Fields and Woodlands Depicted by Painter and Poet (Ward, Lock and Co, London and New York, c1873).); © Look and Learn
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Curtseying Pretending Rhyme Little Boys The Village Verse Young Boy
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This charming coloured engraving captures a delightful moment of childhood innocence and imagination. In the image, we see a young girl dressed in an elegant gown, gracefully curtseying to a boy who is playfully pretending to be a king. The boy sits confidently on a makeshift throne, wearing a crown atop his head. The scene evokes the spirit of George Crabbe's poem "The Village" as indicated by the accompanying verse. The illustration comes from "The Fields and Woodlands Depicted by Painter and Poet" published in 1873 by Ward, Lock and Co. It beautifully combines literature with visual art to depict scenes from rural life during the 19th century. This print not only showcases British culture but also highlights the universal nature of childhood playfulness and imagination. It reminds us of simpler times when children could create their own worlds through make-believe games. Through this artwork, we are transported back in time to witness this endearing interaction between two young souls. The girl's respectful curtsey reflects her admiration for the boy's imaginative role-playing as king. Meanwhile, he revels in his regal fantasy, embracing his temporary authority. Overall, this print captures both the fleeting joy of childhood innocence and our timeless fascination with stories that transport us into fantastical realms where anything is possible.
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