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Fine Art Print : Temptation: A poor shoeless boy looking longingly at fruit on display in a shop window, c1880
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Temptation: A poor shoeless boy looking longingly at fruit on display in a shop window, c1880
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Media ID 14846297
© Ann Ronan Picture Library / Heritage-Images
Childhood Chromolithograph Hardship Hunger Hungry Miserable Misery Ragged Sadness Shoeless Shop Window Temptation Window Shopping Ann Ronan Pictures Barefoot Fruiterer
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the captivating allure of this timeless masterpiece from the Media Storehouse Fine Art Prints collection. Witness the poignant moment of a shoeless boy, enthralled by the vibrant and tantalizing fruits displayed in a shop window, as captured in this evocative image from Heritage Images, c1880. This exquisite print, titled 'Temptation,' invites you to explore the depths of human emotion and the power of longing. Add this stunning work of art to your home or office to inspire reflection and ignite conversation.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 53.3cm (14" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Temptation: A poignant portrayal of a young, impoverished boy standing barefoot on a bustling street in Victorian England. His eyes fixate longingly upon the vibrant display of luscious fruits showcased behind the glass window of a fruiterer's shop. The chromolithograph print, captured around 1880 by an unknown artist, encapsulates the concept of temptation and the harsh realities faced by those living in poverty. The boy's ragged clothing and forlorn expression speak volumes about his plight. In this snapshot of childhood, we witness both innocence and desperation intertwined. Hunger etched across his face, he yearns for what seems unattainable - a taste of sweetness amidst his daily misery. The vivid colors adorning the fruit contrast starkly with the bleakness surrounding him; they symbolize hope against adversity. This image serves as a reminder that even in times when basic necessities are scarce, human desires persist. Located on a busy lane or avenue within an English town or country setting, this scene captures not only one child's struggle but also reflects broader societal hardships prevalent during the 19th century. Through this print from Heritage Images' collection curated by Ann Ronan Pictures, we are transported to an era where window shopping was both tantalizing and torturous for those unable to partake in its offerings. It is an evocative representation that invites contemplation on themes such as poverty, resilience, and our shared humanity.
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