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Boy in Bed Afraid of the Dark, 1932 (colour litho)
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Boy in Bed Afraid of the Dark, 1932 (colour litho)
3036142 Boy in Bed Afraid of the Dark, 1932 (colour litho) by American School, (20th century); (add.info.: Vintage childrens illustration of a young boy laying in bed afraid of the dark; lithograph, 1932.); Photo eGraphicaArtis; American, out of copyright
Media ID 22627686
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This black and white lithograph, titled "Boy in Bed Afraid of the Dark" captures a poignant moment of childhood vulnerability. Created by an anonymous American artist in 1932, this vintage children's illustration depicts a young boy lying in bed, his face filled with trepidation as he stares into the darkness beyond his bedroom window. The artist skillfully conveys the boy's fear through subtle details: the covers pulled up tightly around him, his wide eyes fixated on something unseen. The four-poster bed adds a touch of elegance to the scene, contrasting with the boy's palpable unease. The absence of color enhances the sense of mystery and heightens our empathy for this frightened child. In place of vibrant hues, we see delicate engravings that evoke a sense of nostalgia for simpler times. As we gaze at this print, we can almost feel ourselves transported back to our own childhood fears—the monsters under our beds or shadows dancing on walls. It serves as a reminder that fear is universal and transcends time. "Boy in Bed Afraid of the Dark" is not just an exquisite piece of art; it also speaks to our shared human experience. It reminds us that even in moments when darkness surrounds us, there is always hope shining through—just like those distant stars twinkling outside this young boy's window.
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