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Barefooted came the Beggar-Maid before the King Cophetua, illustration from The Childrens Tennyson: Stories in Prose and Verse from Alfred Lord Tennyson by May Byron, 1910 (colour litho)
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Barefooted came the Beggar-Maid before the King Cophetua, illustration from The Childrens Tennyson: Stories in Prose and Verse from Alfred Lord Tennyson by May Byron, 1910 (colour litho)
IL244706 Barefooted came the Beggar-Maid before the King Cophetua, illustration from The Childrens Tennyson: Stories in Prose and Verse from Alfred Lord Tennyson by May Byron, 1910 (colour litho) by Price, Norman Mills (1877-1951) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: King Cophetua and the Beggar Maid; legendary king in Africa who never looked at women until he saw a beggar maid with whom he fell in love and married; )
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The captivating illustration, "Barefooted came the Beggar-Maid before the King Cophetua" transports us to a moment of enchantment and romance. Created by Norman Mills Price in 1910, this color lithograph is part of The Children's Tennyson: Stories in Prose and Verse from Alfred Lord Tennyson by May Byron. In this scene, we witness a legendary encounter between King Cophetua and the beggar maid that forever changed their lives. As she stands barefooted before him, her humble presence contrasts with his regal stature. The king, captivated by her beauty and grace, gazes upon her with awe-struck admiration. The composition exudes an air of reverence as the beggar-maid kneels before the king in a gesture of respect and submission. Her delicate figure is bathed in warm hues that accentuate her vulnerability while emphasizing her inner strength. This image encapsulates the timeless tale of love transcending social boundaries—a story that has fascinated generations throughout history. It reminds us that true love can be found where we least expect it, even between individuals from vastly different worlds. As we gaze at this exquisite print, we are reminded of our own capacity for compassion and connection across societal divides. It serves as a poignant reminder to look beyond appearances and embrace the possibility of unexpected love stories unfolding right before our eyes.
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