Little girl asking permission to start eating
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Little girl asking permission to start eating
Little girl asking permission to start eating Date: circa 1911
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Media ID 11580207
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Asks Bread Candle Candlestick Eating Hunger Hungry Permission Pleading Start
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures a moment of innocence and hunger in the early 20th century. The little girl, dressed in a simple white dress and stockings, stands before a candlestick on the table, her small hands folded in front of her in a gesture of supplication. Her eyes are fixed on her mother or caregiver, who is out of the frame, as she asks for permission to start eating. The candlelit room adds a warm, cozy atmosphere, but also highlights the stark contrast between the girl's hunger and the absence of food. The historical context of this image dates back to circa 1911, a time when food scarcity was a common problem for many families. The simple plea for permission to eat serves as a poignant reminder of the universal experience of childhood hunger and the importance of nourishment for growth and development. This photograph, with its timeless appeal, invites us to reflect on the past and the enduring human connection to the basic necessities of life.
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