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Angel Visits. A Lyric for the New Year, by Charles MacKay, 1850. Creator: Unknown
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Angel Visits. A Lyric for the New Year, by Charles MacKay, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Angel Visits. A Lyric for the New Year, by Charles MacKay, 1850. Sentimental scene illustrating a song or poem. Thou'rt old, grandfather - old and blind, But ever cheerful, good, and kind. I love, when early summer blooms, And meads are lavish of perfumes, To see thee in thy garden chair, With silvery locks, and forehead bare, And face upturn'd, as thou hadst striven, To look through darkness into Heaven'. From "Illustrated London News", 1850
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Angel Visits - A Lyric for the New Year
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is a captivating and sentimental engraving from the 19th century, featuring an elderly, blind grandfather in a tranquil garden setting. The image, taken from the Illustrated London News in 1850, depicts the grandfather in an invalid carriage, surrounded by the beauty of nature, with his faithful dog lying at his feet. The serene scene is inspired by the poem "Thou'rt old, grandfather - old and blind" by Charles Mackay. The poem's lyrics express the love and admiration of a young woman for her grandfather, who despite his advanced age and blindness, remains ever cheerful, good, and kind. The poem's opening lines read, "Thou'rt old, grandfather - old and blind, But ever cheerful, good, and kind." The image beautifully captures this sentiment, with the grandfather's peaceful expression and the gentle touch of a young woman's hand on his forehead. The scene is further enhanced by the blooming summer meadows and the fragrant perfumes that fill the air. The grandfather's silvery hair and bare forehead are upturned towards the heavens, as if in a moment of contemplation or prayer. The presence of the young woman and her gentle touch add a sense of warmth and love to the scene, making it a heartwarming and poignant reminder of the importance of cherishing our loved ones, especially during the new year and throughout the year. The engraving is a beautiful example of Victorian sentimentality and the deep connection between literature, art, and the press during this period. It is a timeless and evocative image that continues to resonate with viewers and evoke feelings of love, compassion, and the passing of time.
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