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Mother and Children hanging out the Washing, pub. 1854 (colour lithograph)
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Mother and Children hanging out the Washing, pub. 1854 (colour lithograph)
5055727 Mother and Children hanging out the Washing, pub. 1854 (colour lithograph) by Barnes, Robert (1840-95); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23258910
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Daughters Laundry Linen Pegs Washing Water Barrel Water Butt
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print titled "Mother and Children hanging out the Washing, pub. 1854" takes us back in time to a quaint rural setting. The image beautifully captures a tender moment between a mother and her children as they engage in the timeless chore of laundry day. In this scene, we see a rustic cottage nestled amidst nature's embrace, providing an idyllic backdrop for this domestic activity. The vibrant colors of the lithograph bring life to the picture, enhancing our connection with its subjects. A young girl stands beside her mother, eagerly assisting with pegging up freshly washed linen on a clothesline that stretches across their yard. The attention to detail is remarkable - from the water barrel and water butt nearby indicating their resourcefulness in collecting rainwater for washing purposes, to the scattered dirty linens waiting patiently for their turn in cleaning. This snapshot offers us insight into daily life during this era while celebrating the bond shared between mothers and daughters. As we admire this piece from Bridgeman Images' collection, it reminds us of simpler times when household chores were communal activities that brought families closer together. It serves as both a nostalgic reminder of bygone days and an appreciation for these women who diligently cared for their homes and loved ones. This print invites us to reflect on our own connections within our families while appreciating the beauty found even in mundane tasks like hanging out laundry under sunny skies.
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