FAIRIES & DEAD CHILD

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FAIRIES & DEAD CHILD

They stole little Bridget...They thought that she was fast asleep, But she was dead with sorrow... They have kept her ever since, Watching till she wake... Date: 1886

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1886 Asleep Bridget Dead Fairies Fast Folklore Sorrow Stealing Stole Thought Till Wake Watching

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This haunting and mysterious print from 1886 depicts a chilling scene of fairies stealing the lifeless body of a young child named Bridget. The fairies, with their delicate wings and ethereal presence, are captured in intricate detail as they carry off poor little Bridget. The caption tells us that the fairies believed Bridget to be merely asleep, unaware that she had already passed away from sorrow. They have kept her ever since, watching over her until she awakens - a truly eerie and unsettling concept. This image taps into the rich folklore surrounding fairies and their penchant for mischief and trickery when it comes to mortals. The idea of these otherworldly beings stealing children is both fascinating and terrifying, adding an extra layer of intrigue to this historical snapshot. The date of 1886 places this image firmly in the past, offering us a glimpse into a time when beliefs in supernatural creatures like fairies were more prevalent. It serves as a reminder of how our understanding of folklore and mythology has evolved over time. Overall, this print is not only visually striking but also sparks curiosity about the history behind such tales of fairy encounters and stolen children. It invites viewers to ponder the mysteries that lie beyond our everyday reality.

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