Title page, The Mothers Picture Alphabet
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Title page, The Mothers Picture Alphabet
Title page, The Mothers Picture Alphabet, dedicated by Her Majestys Permission to HRH the Princess Beatrice, designed by Henry Anelay, engraved by James Johnston. Date: circa 1860
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Alphabet Dedicated Horizon Moral Morals Mothers Permission Staircase Stairs Title Upbringing Values 1860s
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This title page, hailing from the mid-1860s, introduces "The Mothers Picture Alphabet," a Victorian-era educational tool designed to instill moral values and good upbringing in children. The book, dedicated by Her Majesty's Permission to HRH Princess Beatrice, showcases an exquisite illustration that embodies the essence of family, nurture, and the importance of early education. The illustration, designed by Henry Anelay and engraved by James Johnston, presents a serene scene of a mother and her children gathered on the steps of a grand staircase leading to a sunlit garden. The mother, dressed in elegant Victorian attire, looks down at her young charges with a loving and nurturing expression. The children, clad in their Sunday best, playfully engage with their mother, creating a scene of warmth and affection. The title, "The Mothers Picture Alphabet," is elegantly written in flowing script, with the words "Mothers" and "Picture" intertwined, symbolizing the connection between the maternal role and the power of visual instruction. The horizon line in the background, along with the sun's rays peeking through the window, signifies the infinite possibilities of knowledge and growth that await the children. This title page, with its dedication from the royal family, underscores the significance of the book during the 1860s and the moral values and virtues that were highly regarded during this period. The image of the mother and her children, gathered in a loving and educational environment, continues to resonate with us today, reminding us of the importance of nurturing the next generation and instilling strong moral foundations.
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