FARIES & DEAD CHILD 1922

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FARIES & DEAD CHILD 1922

They stole little Bridget, ...they thought that she was fast asleep, but was dead with sorrow...they have kept her ever since, watching till she wake... Date: 1922

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© Honor C Appleton / Mark Furness

Asleep Bridget Dead Fairies Fast Folklore Stealing Stole Thought Till Wake Watching 1922 Faries

EDITORS COMMENTS
This haunting print from 1922 depicts a chilling scene of fairies stealing a dead child named Bridget. The folklore surrounding fairies is often whimsical and enchanting, but this image takes on a darker tone as the fairies are caught in the act of taking poor Bridget away. The caption tells us that the fairies believed Bridget to be fast asleep when they took her, unaware that she was actually dead with sorrow. They have kept her ever since, watching over her until she wakes up. The story behind this image is both tragic and eerie, leaving viewers with a sense of unease at the thought of these supernatural beings stealing children away. The historical context of this photo adds another layer of intrigue, as it gives us a glimpse into the beliefs and superstitions of people from decades past. Stories like these were passed down through generations, shaping our understanding of fairy folklore and its connection to real-life events. As we gaze upon this unsettling image, we can't help but wonder about little Bridget and what fate awaits her at the hands of these mysterious creatures. It serves as a reminder that not all fairy tales have happy endings, and that sometimes even magic comes with a price.

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