The Little Gleaner (coloured engraving)

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The Little Gleaner (coloured engraving)

5998775 The Little Gleaner (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Little Gleaner. Print published by Pellerin & Cie, Imagerie D Epinal, late 19th century.); © Look and Learn

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Collecting Fields Gathering Gleaner Gleaning Grain Guard Stopping

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. This photo print, titled "The Little Gleaner" offers a glimpse into the world of a young girl living in rural France during the 19th century. The coloured engraving beautifully captures her innocence and determination as she embarks on her daily task of gleaning. In this historical image, we witness the girl amidst vast fields, adorned with golden grains ready for harvest. With a small basket in hand, she diligently collects leftover crops after the main harvest has taken place. Her presence symbolizes both poverty and resilience, as gleaning was often associated with those who struggled to make ends meet. As we delve deeper into this picture's narrative, we can imagine the story unfolding before our eyes. The little gleaner encounters an unexpected interruption - a watchful guard halting her progress momentarily. Perhaps he is ensuring that only what is rightfully hers is collected or safeguarding against theft from others less deserving. Through this evocative photograph, we are transported back in time to an era where children were not shielded from life's hardships but instead actively participated in their family's survival. It serves as a poignant reminder of how childhood experiences have evolved over time. "The Little Gleaner" invites us to reflect on themes such as perseverance, community support, and social inequality while celebrating the indomitable spirit of youth. This remarkable piece from Bridgeman Images truly encapsulates history within its frame and leaves us yearning

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