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A Visit to the Old Folk on Christmas Eve - drawn by Alfred Hunt, 1864. Creator: Mason Jackson
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A Visit to the Old Folk on Christmas Eve - drawn by Alfred Hunt, 1864. Creator: Mason Jackson
A Visit to the Old Folk on Christmas Eve - drawn by Alfred Hunt, 1864. 'If one could take a peep into all the houses in England on Christmas Day, what scenes of domestic happiness would be witnessed!...Here we have one of the well-to-do families - not rich, and certainly not poor - with which England abounds, and which form the bone and muscle of the nation. There is no need of fixing the locality of this scene, for every county, and indeed every parish, of England has at Christmas time many such scenes. The first hearty greetings over, the young mother, with natural pride, shows her baby to its grandmother. How tenderly, nay reverently, the dame, grasping her daughter's hand and shoulder the while, gazes on the dear innocent's face - another daughter looking lovingly on!...A boy and a girl rush gleesomely to their grandfather...The dog, sharing their delight, shows his obstreperous joy by barking himself hoarse and franticly bounding around the group, claiming recognition, for is he not one of the family ? Tenderly the father is about to lift from the holly-covered cart their youngest...The eldest daughter...holds a branch of mistletoe in her hand, too precious a treasure to be trusted to others' care'. From "Illustrated London News", 1864
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This heartwarming print, "A Visit to the Old Folk on Christmas Eve" drawn by Alfred Hunt in 1864, captures a scene of domestic bliss and familial love during the holiday season. The well-to-do family depicted exudes warmth and happiness as they gather together to celebrate Christmas. The young mother proudly shows off her baby to her grandmother, who gazes upon the child with reverence and adoration. Meanwhile, a boy and girl gleefully rush towards their grandfather, while the family dog joins in on the excitement with joyful barks and playful antics.
The atmosphere is festive and joyous, with holly decorating the cart carrying their youngest child and mistletoe held by the eldest daughter adding an extra touch of holiday cheer. This scene is not unique to this particular family - it represents countless households across England during Christmas time in 1864.
Through this beautifully detailed illustration, we are transported back in time to witness a moment of pure love and connection between generations. It serves as a reminder of the importance of family bonds and traditions during the holiday season. Alfred Hunt's depiction truly captures the essence of Christmas spirit in Victorian England.
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