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D Ream Collection (#6)

"Dreams: Portals to Imagination and Inspiration" Dreams, like the vivid tales spun by Charles Dickens, transport us to realms beyond reality

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Tartinis Dream
TARTINIs DREAM In a visionary dream, the devil plays the music he needs for the final passage of a piece, known in consequence as the Devils Trill Sonata

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Scipios Dream
SCIPIOs DREAM The Roman general Scipio Aemilianus dreams he is visited by his illustrious grandfather Scipio Africanus who gives him good advice

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Jacobs Ladder / Barlow / Bw
Jacobs dream of a ladder to Heaven. (From the book of Genesis)

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Rocking Horse Dream
A young girl dreams of riding a rocking-horse and having many adventures

Background imageD Ream Collection: Titania, Puck, Changeling

Titania, Puck, Changeling
Titania, Puck, and a recently acquired changeling

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Josephs Dream
JOSEPHs DREAM When Joseph has a dream of wheatsheaves, he is able to make a timely contribution to the Egyptian economy

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Sisters Dream - a girl dreams that she is visited by three angelic creatures

Background imageD Ream Collection: Girl, Imps, Toadstools

Girl, Imps, Toadstools
Dollys Dream. Why would Dolly dream of a little girl surrounded by imps, fairies, plum puddings, toadstools & a miniature town ?

Background imageD Ream Collection: Christmas Dream 1874

Christmas Dream 1874
A girl, wrapped up warm in coat, muff, hat & scarf, despite sitting by the fire, dreams of the delights of Christmas to come. Imps play with puddings & crackers

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Kite Flyers Dream
For young boys flying their kites, an aeroplane passing overhead is an inspiration

Background imageD Ream Collection: Girl Dreams of Wedding

Girl Dreams of Wedding
A fair haired maiden reclining on a day-bed sleeps and dreams of her wedding day where she stands with her betrothed and the parson at the altar. Will her dream come true?

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Children Day-Dream
Children lie on their backs under a lush canopy of trees & day-dream. Their thoughts are so real in their minds eye that they come to life - a bold knight approaches

Background imageD Ream Collection: Columbus as a Boy

Columbus as a Boy
CRISTOFORO COLUMBUS, as a boy, is inspired by the travels of Marco Polo to dream of doing something of the sort himself

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Jesus into Egypt
Warned by an angel in a dream, Joseph takes his wife and child into Egypt to avoid the jealous wrath of king Herod

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Jacobs Dream
Jacob dreams of a staircase leading to Heaven, on which angels are passing some upwards, others downwards

Background imageD Ream Collection: Dream / Visited by Angel

Dream / Visited by Angel
Angle of the Lord appeared unto him in a dream, saying Joseph, fear not to take unto thee Mary thy wife for that which is conceived in her is of the Holy Ghost

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Joseph and Pharaoh
He explains the meaning of Pharaohs dream

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Fairies & Sleeping Girl
A little girl sleeps soundly while all about, the night fairies dance about her bed

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Pharaohs Dream
PHARAOHs DREAM

Background imageD Ream Collection: A Xmas Dream

A Xmas Dream
A boys Christmas dream - presents galore come tumbling down the chimney !

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Schoolboys Dream
The schoolboy at his desk day-dreams of the pleasures of the Christmas holidays

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DREAMING
Dream Situation : THE DREAM OF FLYING

Background imageD Ream Collection: DREAM BOOK

DREAM BOOK
DREAMS AND HOW TO INTERPRET THEM, or the new Norwood Gipsy Dream Book

Background imageD Ream Collection: Books / Newman / Gerontius

Books / Newman / Gerontius
Another marvel, some one has me fast, As though I were a sphere

Background imageD Ream Collection: Little girl asleep, dreaming of fairies

Little girl asleep, dreaming of fairies
A little girl asleep in bed, dreaming of fairies, some of them carrying trays of delicious cakes!

Background imageD Ream Collection: Don Quixote dreaming of knightly exploits

Don Quixote dreaming of knightly exploits -- to dream the impossible dream!




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"Dreams: Portals to Imagination and Inspiration" Dreams, like the vivid tales spun by Charles Dickens, transport us to realms beyond reality. In Robert William Buss's unfinished oil painting "Dickens Dream, " we catch a glimpse of the author's visionary mind at work. Just as Pauline Baynes' enchanting illustrations in "Goblin Market" beckon us into a world of magical creatures and forbidden fruits, dreams lure us with their tantalizing mysteries. Shakespeare's Titania, queen of fairies in "A Midsummer Night's Dream, " reminds us that dreams hold secrets waiting to be unraveled, and are windows into our deepest desires and fears. Elsie Harding's masterpiece "The Pipes Of Pan" evokes dreamlike melodies that resonate within our souls, stirring emotions we never knew existed. In the haunting cover design for piano music titled "Angels of Mons, " dreams merge with reality as soldiers find solace amidst celestial beings during World War I. Dreams can offer solace even in times of darkness. Reginald Higgins' mesmerizing artwork in "Strange Incense" invites us to explore the mystical corners of our minds where dreams intertwine with spirituality and transcendence. Like Jacob's Ladder described by Bunyan, dreams serve as divine connections between heaven and earth. They guide us towards self-discovery and spiritual growth on this journey called life. During Christmas time, when visions dance through children’s heads like sugarplums, dreams take center stage. A Christmas dream brings warmth and joy during this season filled with hope and wonderment. From the Aboriginal Walpiri Tribe’s dream paintings depicting snakes from Australia’s Pacific region to Oberon & Titania weaving their ethereal spells in Shakespeare’s play – dreams have no boundaries or limitations; they traverse cultures and continents alike. Valentine Greatrakes believed he possessed healing powers through his touch - a testament to how deeply dreams can impact our waking lives.