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My Lodging is on the Cold Ground, songrillustration from Pan-Pipes
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My Lodging is on the Cold Ground, songrillustration from Pan-Pipes
DGC452014 My Lodging is on the Cold Ground, songrillustration from Pan-Pipes, A Book rf Old Songs, Newly Arranged and with Accompaniments by Theo. Marzials, published in London by George Routledge & Sons, 1884 (colour litho) by Crane, Walter (1845-1915); Private Collection; (add.info.: old English ballad, originally composed and written by Matthew Locke (1621-77) and performed in the play The Rivals in 1664; collection of 40 traditional songs set to music by Theo Marzials (1850-1920); ); Prismatic Pictures; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22402324
© Prismatic Pictures / Bridgeman Images
Difficulty Disdain Dismissal Lover Marzials Pain Pan Pipes Pastoral Ploughman Plowman Rejection Score Shepherdess Songs Theo Lovers
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My Lodging is on the Cold Ground" is a captivating illustration that transports us to the enchanting world of old English ballads. Created by Walter Crane in 1884, this print captures the essence of a traditional song brought to life through vibrant colors and intricate details. In this scene, we witness a poignant moment between two young lovers. A female shepherdess, her delicate features reflecting both pain and determination, stands before a male plowman who gazes at her with longing. The pan pipes in her hands symbolize their shared love for music and perhaps serve as an attempt to bridge the gap between them. However, it becomes evident that their connection has been severed as she flouts his advances with disdain and rejection. Her cold demeanor sets him back, leaving him heartbroken and disheartened. The score lying at their feet represents the songs they once shared but now serves as a painful reminder of what was lost. Crane's pastoral design beautifully captures the emotions conveyed within this classic tale of unrequited love. Through his skillful brushstrokes, he invites us to reflect upon themes of rejection and spurning while immersing ourselves in the timeless melodies that have accompanied these stories for centuries. This exquisite print from "Pan-Pipes" not only showcases Crane's artistic prowess but also reminds us of the enduring power of traditional songs set down through generations - capturing our hearts even when lodged on cold ground.
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