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Snow, in Imagier de l'enfance, c. 1900 (engraving)
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Snow, in Imagier de l'enfance, c. 1900 (engraving)
DUV4206141 Snow, in Imagier de l enfance, c.1900 (engraving) by Raffin, Ferdinand (1870?-1948); 14.5 x 18.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Snow: children rolling a snowball and making a snowman. A little girl goes with a blind old man. Engraving in " Imagier de l enfance", circa 1900. 1st booklet: L Enfant. Coloured album series for use in nursery schools, children's classes, elementaries of primary school. Observation and language. Authors: Miss Georgin, Inspector of nursery schools of the Seine and Mr. Lacabe Plasteig, Inspector of primary education of the Seine. Illustrations by Ferdinand Raffin (ca. 1870-1948). 32 pages. Dim: 14, 5x18, 5 cm. Private collection. Rights reserved. Careful! Use of this work may be subject to a third party authorization request or additional fees); Photo © Duvallon
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This print titled "Snow, in Imagier de l'enfance, c. 1900" transports us back to a simpler time filled with childhood wonder and joy. The image depicts a group of children gleefully rolling a snowball, their rosy cheeks contrasting against the snowy landscape. In the foreground, we see a little girl tenderly guiding a blind old man through the winter scene, showcasing compassion and intergenerational connection. The engraving is part of the "Imagier de l'enfance" an illustrated album series designed for use in nursery schools and primary education settings. Created by Ferdinand Raffin in collaboration with Miss Georgin and Mr. Lacabe Plasteig, this particular image captures the essence of observation and language development. The composition evokes feelings of nostalgia as it beautifully portrays the magic of winter through intricate details such as an elaborately crafted snowman standing tall amidst playful laughter. It serves as a reminder that even in times of poverty or hardship (as suggested by references to pauperism), children can find solace and happiness in simple pleasures like playing games in the snow. This remarkable photograph from Fine Art Finder's collection invites us to reflect on our own childhood memories while appreciating the resilience and innocence captured within its frames.
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