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Their Parents Being Dead & Gone, The Children Home He Takes, c1878. Creator
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Their Parents Being Dead & Gone, The Children Home He Takes, c1878. The orphaned Babes are taken by their uncle. A ballad of c1600 tells the story of the owner of Wayland Hall, Norfolk, who died leaving his infant son and daughter in the care of his brother. If both children should die before the uncle he would inherit their wealth. After a year, greed overcame duty and family affection. From " The Babes (or Children) in the Wood", illustrated by Randolph Caldecott. [London, c1878]
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This poignant print captures the heart-wrenching story of "Their Parents Being Dead & Gone, The Children Home He Takes" from the late 19th century. Illustrated by Randolph Caldecott, it depicts a scene inspired by a ballad dating back to the 17th century. The image showcases a man, presumably their uncle, carrying two orphaned children in his arms. Dressed in mourning attire, he takes on the responsibility of caring for them after their parents' tragic demise. The black color symbolizes grief and loss that permeates this somber moment. The concept of death and bereavement is beautifully portrayed through Caldecott's artistic interpretation. It serves as a reminder of the fragility of life and how family bonds can be tested during times of hardship. This illustration draws inspiration from "The Babes (or Children) in the Wood" an old English nursery rhyme that tells a tale set at Wayland Hall in Norfolk. In this narrative, if both children were to pass away before their uncle, he would inherit their wealth. However, after a year had passed since taking them into his care, greed overcame duty and familial affection. Through this powerful image captured by The Print Collector and preserved by Heritage Images, we are transported back to Victorian Britain where literature intertwined with art to convey deep emotions and moral lessons.
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