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Australia - News From Home (colour litho)
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Australia - News From Home (colour litho)
982282 Australia - News From Home (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Australia - News From Home, depicting a man reading a letter in a cluttered shack, while a man behind him opens a letter and an aboriginal man stands with his hand out with a coin in it. Printed by George Baxter, Northampton.); Look and Learn / Valerie Jackson Harris Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22203426
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This print titled "Australia - News From Home" transports us back to the 19th century, offering a glimpse into the lives of individuals living in Australia during that time. The image depicts a man engrossed in reading a letter within the confines of his cluttered shack. Behind him, another man eagerly opens his own correspondence, while an aboriginal man stands nearby with outstretched hand holding a coin. The scene beautifully captures the universal human desire for connection and communication, particularly when separated from loved ones by vast distances. In this remote corner of Australia, news from home arrives through handwritten letters and serves as a lifeline to those seeking solace or updates on distant lands. Amidst the rustic setting, we notice various elements that add depth to this snapshot of history: dogs loyally keeping watch over their owners' humble abode; vibrant parrots perched nearby adding splashes of color against the tropical backdrop; traditional dress worn by both European settlers and indigenous people hinting at cultural diversity. Printed by George Baxter in Northampton, this artwork showcases his mastery in color lithography. Through meticulous detail and vivid hues, he brings life to every element captured within this frame. As we gaze upon this evocative piece from our Valerie Jackson Harris Collection, we are reminded of how even centuries-old images can still resonate with emotions and stories waiting to be discovered.
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